Space VA SOL 4.5

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What causes the visible portion of the moon that we see each night?

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The reflection of sunlight off the moon's surface.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

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How long does it take for Earth to complete one rotation?

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24 hours.

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What does Earth's atmosphere help to block out?

Back

Damaging rays from the sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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How long does it take Earth to make one complete revolution around the sun?

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365 1/4 days.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

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What is the relationship between the tides and the phases of the moon?

Back

The phases of the moon are responsible for the changes in tidal range.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is a tide?

Back

The rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational forces of the moon and the sun.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-4

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What are the two main types of tides?

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High tides and low tides.

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What is a solar eclipse?

Back

An event that occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, blocking sunlight.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

An event that occurs when the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the moon.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the main reason we have seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of Earth's axis as it orbits the sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1