Ever Changing Moon Test Flashcards

Front

How long does it take for the moon to orbit Earth?

Back

28 days

Front

What statement is true regarding the moon’s orbit?

Back

The moon orbits the Earth and revolves around the Sun.

Front

We only see one side of the moon because one full rotation takes the same amount of time as one full ________.

Back

revolution

Front

What is one of the limitations we face when researching non-planetary objects?

Back

Outer space is vast, and much of it remains unexplored. Scientists do not yet have the needed technology and are still researching ways to further exploration.

Front

A student uses a flashlight, a tennis ball, and a table-tennis ball to model one of the moon phases. What lunar phase is the student modeling?

Back

New Moon

Front

An eclipse is evidence that the moon _______.

Back

orbits Earth while the Earth orbits the sun.

Front

Our _______ is made up of planets and their moons all in orbit around the Sun.

Back

solar system

Front

The diagram below shows the position of the moon relative to Earth over the course of about four weeks. What number best represents the position of the moon when the man makes his observation? His observation is shown in the image.

Back

Number 8

Front

Jupiter is farther from the sun than Earth is. What can you conclude about the lengths and durations of Jupiter's orbit?

Back

Jupiter has a larger orbit, and it takes a longer time to travel around the sun.

Front

Why are planets slightly closer to the sun at certain points in their orbit?

Back

The planets have an elliptical orbit which causes them to be slightly closer to the sun at some points on their orbit.