Unit 5: Lessons 3 & 4 Flashcard Review

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What is a Full Moon?

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A Full Moon is the phase of the moon when it is fully illuminated by the sun, appearing as a complete circle in the sky.

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What date typically shows the Full Moon in a lunar calendar?

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The 14th of the lunar month is commonly when the Full Moon occurs.

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What happens if the moon revolves around the Earth slower?

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Moon phases would take longer than one month to cycle through.

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What would happen if Earth were not tilted on its 23.5 degree axis?

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We would not have seasons.

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What causes the different seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of Earth's axis relative to its orbit around the sun causes the different seasons.

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What is the New Moon phase?

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The New Moon is the phase when the moon is not visible from Earth because it is between the Earth and the sun.

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What is the Last Quarter Moon?

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The Last Quarter Moon is the phase when half of the moon is illuminated and is decreasing in visibility.

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What is the First Quarter Moon?

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The First Quarter Moon is the phase when half of the moon is illuminated and is increasing in visibility.

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How long does it take for the moon to complete one full cycle of phases?

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It takes about 29.5 days for the moon to complete one full cycle of phases.

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What is the significance of the moon's phases?

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The moon's phases help us understand its position relative to the Earth and the sun, affecting tides and cultural events.

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