Space Test Review

Front

What is the tilt of the Moon's orbit relative to the Earth's orbit?

Back

5 degrees

Front

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

Back

Rotation

Front

What shape is the Earth's orbit around the Sun?

Back

Ellipse

Front

Is the Moon visible because it creates its own sunlight?

Back

False

Front

How does the Sun transfer energy to the Earth?

Back

Through radiation

Front

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

Back

Orbit

Front

What is the name of the force that keeps the planets in orbit around the Sun?

Back

Gravity

Front

What phase of the Moon occurs when it is between the Earth and the Sun?

Back

New Moon

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis?

Back

24 hours

Front

What is the phenomenon called when the Moon blocks the Sun's light?

Back

Solar Eclipse