8th Grade Science OSTP Topics: Earth Science

Front

What phenomenon occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, blocking the Sun's light?

Back

Solar eclipse

Front

How is Earth's spin axis oriented relative to its orbit around the Sun?

Back

It is tilted.

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

Differential intensity of sunlight due to Earth's tilt

Front

How do objects in the solar system remain in orbit around the Sun?

Back

Gravitational pull

Front

Earth and its solar system are part of which galaxy?

Back

Milky Way

Front

How have engineering advances influenced our understanding of the solar system?

Back

By launching satellites for observation

Front

Which force holds planets, moons, and asteroids in orbit around the Sun?

Back

Gravitational pull

Front

When does a solar eclipse occur?

Back

When the Moon is between the Sun and Earth

Front

What causes the apparent motion of stars in the sky?

Back

Earth's rotation

Front

What is the primary factor responsible for the formation of the solar system?

Back

Gravitational collapse of a nebula