Sun, Moon, & Earth Flashcard

Front

True or False: The moon gives off light on its own.

Back

False

Front

The moon appears to change shape during the month. This is called the moon...

Back

phases

Front

How long is one rotation of the Earth?

Back

24 hours

Front

What causes the phases of the Moon?

Back

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

Front

A solar eclipse is ________________________

Back

when the moon is in the path of the light from the sun and casts its shadow onto Earth.

Front

What is the main source of light for the Earth at night?

Back

The moon reflects sunlight.

Front

What is the shape of the Earth's orbit around the Sun?

Back

Elliptical.

Front

How long does it take for the Moon to orbit the Earth?

Back

About 27.3 days.

Front

What is the term for when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are aligned?

Back

Eclipse.

Front

What is the difference between a solar eclipse and a lunar eclipse?

Back

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon blocks the Sun, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon.