Earth, Sun, and Moon Unit Review

Front

What is the phase of the Moon when it appears illuminated on the LEFT side?

Back

Waning

Front

What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during Position 1?

Back

Winter

Front

What is a Solar Eclipse?

Back

When the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun, covering all or part of the Sun; occurs when the Sun, the Moon, and Earth directly line up; lasts for less than 12 minutes.

Front

What is the phase of the Moon when it appears illuminated on the RIGHT side?

Back

Waxing

Front

During which phase of the Moon can a solar eclipse occur?

Back

New Moon

Front

What is the phase of the Moon called when it is completely dark?

Back

New Moon

Front

What is the phase of the Moon called when it is fully illuminated?

Back

Full Moon

Front

What causes the different phases of the Moon?

Back

The relative positions of the Earth, Moon, and Sun.

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the Moon to complete one full orbit around the Earth?

Back

Lunar Month (approximately 29.5 days)

Front

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

Back

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