SCI 310 Review

Front

What is the phase of the moon when it is half illuminated and appears as a 'D' shape?

Back

First Quarter

Front

What is the force that keeps the planets in orbit around the sun?

Back

Gravity

Front

What do we call the time of year when the Northern Hemisphere has the longest day?

Back

Summer Solstice

Front

What does 'waxing' mean in relation to the moon's phases?

Back

Growing

Front

Where on Earth would you need to be to experience a total solar eclipse?

Back

In the umbra shadow

Front

What is the phase of the moon when it is fully illuminated?

Back

Full Moon

Front

What is the term for the gravitational pull between two objects?

Back

Gravity

Front

What is the opposite of waxing in terms of moon phases?

Back

Waning

Front

What is the term for the time of year when day and night are of equal length?

Back

Equinox

Front

What is the phase of the moon just before a new moon?

Back

Waning Crescent