Mod Amplify - Earth Moon Sun - Unit Flashcard

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What is the definition of MOON PHASE?

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The shape of the illuminated part of the Moon as it appears from Earth.

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True or False: We see different phases of the Moon because the sun's light changes throughout each month.

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FALSE

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True or False: The Moon does not make its own light. The sun illuminates the Moon.

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TRUE

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What is the definition of TERMINATOR?

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The border between light and dark on the Moon.

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Why does the light part of the Moon appear to get larger over time?

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The Moon moved so that we are able to see more of the half that faces the sun.

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What causes the different phases of the Moon?

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The relative positions of the Earth, Moon, and Sun.

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What is the term for the path the Moon takes around the Earth?

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Orbit.

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What is the main source of light in our solar system?

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The Sun.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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When the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, blocking sunlight from reaching the Moon.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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When the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth, blocking sunlight from reaching the Earth.