Sun, Earth, Moon

Front

What is the position of the Earth when it experiences winter in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

The Earth is tilted away from the Sun, causing less direct sunlight and colder temperatures.

Front

What are spring tides?

Back

Spring tides occur when the Earth, Moon, and Sun are aligned, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides.

Front

In which positions do Earth's tidal bulges occur when the Moon is in specific positions?

Back

Tidal bulges occur on the sides of the Earth facing and opposite the Moon.

Front

Why does the Moon appear dark during a new moon?

Back

Because the Moon is positioned between the Earth and the Sun, blocking sunlight from reaching its surface.

Front

What does it mean to revolve?

Back

To go around, or orbit, another object.

Front

What is the effect of the Moon's gravity on Earth?

Back

The Moon's gravity causes tides in Earth's oceans.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of an object around its own axis, while revolution is the movement of one object around another.

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun.

Front

What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon.

Front

What is a solar eclipse?

Back

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.