Topic 7 Review

Front

What is the pattern shown by a spinning globe in relation to the sun?

Back

The spinning globe shows how the sun appears to rise and set.

Front

What is the name of the moon phase when it is fully illuminated?

Back

Full Moon

Front

To which part of Earth are objects pulled due to gravity?

Back

the center of Earth

Front

How can you demonstrate the effects of gravity using a cup of water?

Back

Tilt the cup in different directions to show that the water still flows downward.

Front

What is the phase of the moon called when it is half illuminated and increasing?

Back

First Quarter.

Front

What does the term 'gravity' refer to?

Back

The force that pulls objects toward the center of the Earth.

Front

What is the significance of the Full Moon phase?

Back

It is the phase when the entire face of the moon is illuminated by the sun.

Front

How does the Earth's rotation affect day and night?

Back

The rotation of the Earth on its axis causes different parts to face the sun or be in shadow, creating day and night.

Front

What happens to shadows during the day?

Back

Shadows change in length and direction as the sun moves across the sky.

Front

What is the New Moon phase?

Back

The phase when the moon is not visible from Earth because it is between the Earth and the sun.