Seasons, Tides, Eclipses and Moon Phases

Front

How long does it take for the moon to complete a full cycle around the earth?

Back

29.5 days

Front

The phases of the moon in which the moon appears to be growing are referred to as _.

Back

waxing

Front

What is the main reason the Moon can be seen from Earth?

Back

The Moon reflects the light of the sun.

Front

In which position of the Moon's orbit can the entire illuminated side of the Moon be seen from Earth?

Back

D

Front

The lunar cycle is completed in approximately one month because that is the time _____.

Back

the Moon revolves once around the Earth

Front

In which season is the northern hemisphere in letter A?

Back

Summer

Front

There was a full moon on December 13. When will the new moon occur?

Back

December 27

Front

A ___________ tide occurs when the sun, the Earth, and the moon are almost in line.

Back

spring

Front

The bulge of water on the side of the Earth closest to the moon produces ___________.

Back

high tide

Front

What type of eclipse occurs when the Earth is directly between the Sun and the Moon?

Back

Lunar eclipse