Test Review: Earth and Space 2

Front

What causes the phases of the moon?

Back

The moon's movement around Earth.

Front

What motion causes the change in star patterns observed throughout the year?

Back

Earth revolving around the Sun.

Front

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

Back

New moon.

Front

How can you demonstrate one Earth day using a globe and a ball representing the Sun?

Back

Slowly spin the globe on its axis one time.

Front

What is the term for one whole spin of an object on its axis?

Back

Rotation.

Front

What is the term for the movement of an object around another object?

Back

Revolution.

Front

What is the name of the pattern of stars that can be recognized in the night sky?

Back

Constellation.

Front

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

Back

The Sun.

Front

What is the term for the path an object takes as it moves around another object in space?

Back

Orbit.

Front

What is the effect of Earth's tilt on the seasons?

Back

It causes different parts of Earth to receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.