Unit 6: Sun - Earth - Moon Motion

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What is a Lunar Eclipse?

Back

A Lunar Eclipse occurs when the Earth is positioned directly between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the Moon.

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What is a Solar Eclipse?

Back

A Solar Eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light from reaching the Earth.

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What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during the position when the Sun is lowest in the sky?

Back

Fall.

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What is the speed of Earth's rotation on its axis?

Back

Approximately 1034 mph.

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What is a New Moon?

Back

A New Moon is a phase of the Moon when it is positioned between the Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from Earth.

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What is a Full Moon?

Back

A Full Moon is a 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 are Spring Tides?

Back

Spring Tides are higher than normal tides that occur when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are aligned, typically during the full and new moon phases.

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What are Neap Tides?

Back

Neap Tides are lower than normal tides that occur when the Moon is at a right angle to the Earth and Sun, typically during the first and last quarter phases.

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What is the difference between a Solar Eclipse and a Lunar Eclipse?

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A Solar Eclipse occurs during the day when the Moon blocks the Sun, while a Lunar Eclipse occurs at night when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon.

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What is the position of the Earth during a Lunar Eclipse?

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The Earth is positioned between the Sun and the Moon.