Unit 1, Lesson 2&3 Posttest/ Moon Phases /Objects in Space Span

Front

What is a meteorite?

Back

A meteorite is a solid fragment of a meteoroid that survives its passage through the Earth's atmosphere and lands on the Earth's surface.

Front

What is the lunar phase when the moon is getting larger?

Back

Waxing

Front

What is a solar eclipse?

Back

A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, blocking all or part of the sun's light.

Front

What is the lunar phase that starts with the letter 'W' and is decreasing in size?

Back

Waning gibbous

Front

How long does a complete lunar cycle last?

Back

A complete lunar cycle lasts approximately 29.5 days.

Front

What is the term for the moon phase when it is completely dark?

Back

New moon

Front

What is the term for the moon phase when it is fully illuminated?

Back

Full moon

Front

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

Back

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is between the sun and the moon, while a solar eclipse occurs when the moon is between the Earth and the sun.

Front

What is the term for the moon phase that is increasing in size and is more than half illuminated?

Back

Waxing gibbous

Front

What is the term for the moon phase that is decreasing in size and is less than half illuminated?

Back

Waning crescent