Earth Sun Moon

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What causes the moon to appear red during a full lunar eclipse?

Back

The light from the Sun is bent and slowed down as it passes through Earth's atmosphere and only allows red wavelengths to reach the Earth.

Front

Which seasons have an equal amount of daylight and darkness?

Back

Spring and Fall.

Front

What is a solstice?

Back

Occurs when the tilt of Earth is the farthest and closest it will be to the Sun; results in more direct or less direct sunlight.

Front

What causes the changes in the Moon's appearance throughout the month?

Back

Relative positions of the Earth, Moon, and Sun.

Front

Which season has the most daylight hours?

Back

Summer.

Front

What is the main reason for the seasons on Earth?

Back

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

Front

What is an equinox?

Back

Occurs when day and night are approximately equal in length, typically in spring and fall.

Front

How does the Earth's atmosphere affect the appearance of the Moon during an eclipse?

Back

It bends and filters sunlight, allowing only red wavelengths to reach the Moon.

Front

What is the relationship between the Earth, Moon, and Sun during a solar eclipse?

Back

The Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking sunlight.

Front

What is the significance of the Moon's phases?

Back

They are caused by the relative positions of the Earth, Moon, and Sun, affecting how much of the Moon is illuminated.