Amplify Study Guide-Earth, Moon, Sun

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What is the moon's source of light?

Back

The moon does not make its own light; it reflects light from the sun.

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How does light from the sun travel?

Back

Light from the sun travels in straight lines.

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Should all models be 'to scale'?

Back

No, some things are too big or too small to see accurately.

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What happens to the moon's illumination?

Back

The sun illuminates the half of the Moon that is facing it, while the other half is dark.

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What can we see from Earth regarding the moon?

Back

We can only see the half of the moon that is facing us.

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What is the relationship between the sun and the moon?

Back

The sun provides light that illuminates the moon.

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What is a model in science?

Back

A model is a representation of an object or system that helps us understand it better.

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Why do we see different phases of the moon?

Back

Different phases of the moon occur because of its position relative to the Earth and the sun.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is between the sun and the moon, blocking sunlight from reaching the moon.

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What is a solar eclipse?

Back

A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, blocking sunlight from reaching the Earth.