Moon Phases, Seasons, Tides Review

Front

What does waxing mean?

Back

Getting larger

Front

What is the phase of the moon when it is half illuminated and increasing in light?

Back

First Quarter

Front

What causes day and night on Earth?

Back

The rotation of Earth on its axis.

Front

What phase of the moon is characterized by a crescent shape and is increasing in light?

Back

Waxing crescent

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Why does Earth experience different seasons?

Back

Because of the tilt of Earth on its axis as it moves around the sun.

Front

What is the phase of the moon when it is fully illuminated?

Back

Full moon

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What is the phase of the moon when it is not visible from Earth?

Back

New moon

Front

What is the term for the gravitational pull of the moon that causes ocean tides?

Back

Tidal force

Front

What is the difference between a waxing and waning moon?

Back

Waxing means getting larger; waning means getting smaller.

Front

What is the phase of the moon that occurs after a full moon?

Back

Waning gibbous