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What is the term for one object orbiting around another?

Back

Revolve

Front

Why are lunar eclipses more common than solar eclipses?

Back

Earth's shadow is larger than the moon's.

Front

How long does it take the moon to complete one sidereal month?

Back

27.321661 days

Front

What is the current tilt of Earth's axis with respect to the ecliptic?

Back

23.4 degrees

Front

What causes Earth's seasons?

Back

Earth's tilted axis.

Front

Define 'orbit'.

Back

The curved path of an object around a star, planet, or moon.

Front

What is the difference between 'revolve' and 'rotate'?

Back

Revolve refers to an object moving around another object, while rotate refers to an object spinning around its own axis.

Front

What is an elliptical orbit?

Back

An elongated circular path that an object follows as it revolves around another object.

Front

What is the significance of the moon's phases?

Back

The moon's phases are caused by the changing positions of the moon, Earth, and sun, affecting how much of the moon's surface is illuminated.

Front

What is a solar eclipse?

Back

An event where the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, blocking the sun's light.