Earth-Moon-Sun Questions

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What is the time it takes for Earth to complete one orbit around the Sun?

Back

12 months

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How many times does Earth rotate on its axis during one complete revolution around the Sun?

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365 times

Front

What event takes approximately one year to complete?

Back

Earth revolving completely around the Sun

Front

What phase of the moon comes after a waxing gibbous?

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Full moon

Front

How long does it take for Earth to complete one orbit around the Sun?

Back

365 days

Front

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

Back

Orbit

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What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

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Rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis; revolution is the movement of Earth around the Sun.

Front

What is a lunar month?

Back

The time it takes for the Moon to complete one orbit around Earth, approximately 28 days.

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of Earth's axis as it revolves around the Sun.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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An event that occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.