Earth, Sun, and Moon

Front

What are the different faces of the moon called?

Back

Phases

Front

What causes the variation in light in some parts of the world during the year?

Back

Tilt of the Earth on its axis

Front

How long does it take the Earth to make 1 revolution around the sun?

Back

365 1/2 days

Front

How many days are in a moon's cycle?

Back

29 1/2 days

Front

What is the largest object in the solar system?

Back

Sun

Front

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

Back

Revolution

Front

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

Back

Rotation

Front

What is the name of the phase when the moon is completely illuminated?

Back

Full Moon

Front

What is the name of the phase when the moon is not visible from Earth?

Back

New Moon

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on seasons?

Back

It causes different seasons in different parts of the world.