Reporting Period 3 Review 24-25

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What is a full moon?

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A full moon is the lunar phase when the entire face of the moon is illuminated by the sun, making it appear round and bright in the night sky.

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What is a medium-sized star?

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A medium-sized star is a star that falls within the average range of size and mass, such as our Sun, which is classified as a G-type main-sequence star.

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What weather conditions are typically associated with heavy thunderstorms?

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Heavy thunderstorms often bring intense rainfall, strong winds, lightning, and sometimes hail, followed by changes in temperature.

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How can you identify the location with the strongest winds on a weather map?

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The location with the strongest winds is usually indicated by tightly packed isobars on a weather map, showing areas of high pressure and low pressure.

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What is a Transform Plate Boundary?

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A Transform Plate Boundary is a type of tectonic boundary where two plates slide past each other horizontally, often causing earthquakes, like the San Andreas Fault.

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What is a new moon?

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A new moon is the lunar phase when the moon is positioned between the Earth and the sun, making it invisible from Earth.

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What is a first quarter moon?

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A first quarter moon is the lunar phase where half of the moon is illuminated, occurring about a week after the new moon.

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What is a last quarter moon?

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A last quarter moon is the lunar phase where the opposite half of the moon is illuminated compared to the first quarter, occurring about three weeks after the new moon.

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What are the characteristics of a convergent plate boundary?

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A convergent plate boundary is where two tectonic plates move towards each other, often resulting in mountain formation, earthquakes, and volcanic activity.

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What is the significance of the sun in our solar system?

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The sun is the central star of our solar system, providing light and heat, and is essential for life on Earth.