Characteristics of the sun, moon, and Earth Practice Questions

Front

What is the term for when the Earth travels all the way around the Sun?

Back

Year

Front

Does the moon revolve around the Earth?

Back

Yes

Front

How many hours does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation?

Back

24 hours

Front

What is the duration of the moon's cycle?

Back

About a month

Front

What makes the Earth unique among the Earth, Sun, and Moon?

Back

Contains water in liquid form

Front

What is the term for the movement of the Earth around the Sun?

Back

Revolution

Front

What is the term for the spinning of the Earth on its axis?

Back

Rotation

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to revolve around the Sun?

Back

365 days

Front

What is the primary source of light and heat for the Earth?

Back

The Sun

Front

What phase comes after the new moon?

Back

Waxing crescent