Moon Phases

Front

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

Back

Orbit.

Front

What do we call the movement of the Earth around the Sun?

Back

Revolution.

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The revolution of the Earth around the Sun.

Front

How long does it take for the Moon to go through all of its phases?

Back

28 days.

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one revolution around the Sun?

Back

365 days.

Front

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

Back

24 hours.

Front

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

Back

Rotation.

Front

What are the four main phases of the Moon?

Back

New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, Last Quarter.

Front

What is a New Moon?

Back

The phase of the Moon when it is not visible from Earth.

Front

What is a Full Moon?

Back

The phase of the Moon when it is fully illuminated and visible from Earth.