Amplify Earth, Moon, and Sun Ch. 2

Amplify Earth, Moon, and Sun Ch. 2

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Flashcard

Science

8th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the source of light for the moon?

Back

The moon does not make its own light; it reflects light from the sun.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which side of the moon is illuminated when the sun shines on it?

Back

The side of the moon that is closest to the sun is illuminated.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What causes the pattern in the position of the moon as seen from Earth?

Back

The moon orbits the Earth in a consistent pattern.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What can we see from Earth regarding the moon?

Back

We can only see the half of the moon that is facing the Earth.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What portion of the moon is always illuminated by the sun?

Back

Half of the moon is always illuminated by the sun.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are moon phases?

Back

Moon phases are the different appearances of the moon as it orbits the Earth, caused by the varying angles of sunlight.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the 'dark side of the moon'?

Back

The 'dark side of the moon' refers to the side of the moon that is not visible from Earth, not that it is always dark.

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