Astronomy Unit Review 21-22

Earth is the ________ planet from the Sun which has a _______ surface and water on it and is surrounded by an atmosphere of ________.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Shadow 2 is most likely cast in the _________, and shadow 1 is most likely cast in _________.

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NGSS.5-ESS1-2

What term is used to describe the movement of Earth as it orbits the Sun?

Answer explanation

Revolution is the process of Earth "revolving" around the Sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

What makes constellation Orion visible during winter in the Northern Hemisphere but not in summer?

Answer explanation

Earth is titled and revolves around the Sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

A student draws an image with the Sun, the Moon, and Earth aligned in a straight line with the Moon at the center, the Sun on the right, and Earth on the left. What phase of the Moon is the student trying to demonstrate?

Answer explanation

A new moon, because the side of the moon facing away from Earth would be illuminated meaning the Earth would see all darkness.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

What causes Earth's seasons?

Answer explanation

The tilt of Earth's axis as it revolves around the Sun. Remember it has to be both tilt and revolution. If the Earth were not tilted we would have the same weather year round.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

What is a good use for a telescope?

Answer explanation

To view another planet in our Solar System.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

Which planets have surfaces similar to Earth's?

Answer explanation

Mercury, Venus, & Mars are all closest to the Sun and have a rocky surface.

If you are taking a picture of a sunset on the beach, which direction would you point your camera?

Answer explanation

The Sun appears to rise in the east and set in the west. If you are taking a picture of the sunset you would have to look the west.

The moon and Earth have a _______ surface, while the Sun has a __________ surface.

Answer explanation

The Earth and Moon have a rocky surface, while the Sun has a gaseous surface.