Understanding Earth and Moon Patterns

Front

What causes different seasons on Earth?

Back

The Earth's tilt and orbit around the Sun cause varying sunlight angles.

Front

How can you model the changing length of day and night throughout the year?

Back

Use a globe and a flashlight to show how the tilt of the Earth affects sunlight.

Front

What is the phase of the moon when it is completely illuminated as seen from Earth?

Back

Full Moon

Front

How does the Earth's tilt affect the seasons?

Back

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

Front

What effect does the Earth's tilt have on the length of daylight during different seasons?

Back

It causes longer daylight in summer and shorter daylight in winter.

Front

What is the position of the Earth during summer?

Back

The Northern Hemisphere is tilted towards the Sun.

Front

What is the position of the Earth during winter?

Back

The Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the Sun.

Front

What is the term for the time when day and night are of equal length?

Back

Equinox

Front

What happens during a New Moon?

Back

The Moon is between the Earth and the Sun, and its illuminated side is facing away from Earth.

Front

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

Back

Orbit