4th Period- Unit 5 Test Corrections-Moon Phases, Tides, Seasons

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What season is the Northern Hemisphere experiencing at Position C in Earth's orbit?

Back

Winter

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's axial tilt on the climate?

Back

It results in varying daylight hours and seasons.

Front

Why does the Moon have a greater influence on Earth tides than the Sun?

Back

Because it is closer to the Earth.

Front

What causes tides on Earth?

Back

Differences in the moon's and sun's pull on different sides of the Earth.

Front

What do we call the small tides that happen when the sun and moon are at right angles to each other?

Back

Neap Tide.

Front

What is a Spring Tide?

Back

A tide that occurs when the sun and moon are aligned, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides.

Front

What is the primary reason for the changing seasons on Earth?

Back

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

Front

How many phases does the Moon go through in a lunar cycle?

Back

Eight phases.

Front

What is the term for the position of the Moon when it is fully illuminated?

Back

Full Moon.

Front

What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

An event that occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, blocking sunlight from reaching the Moon.