Sun, Earth and Moon System

Front

What is the spinning of an object on its axis called?

Back

Rotation

Front

Which phase of the moon does not reflect any sunlight toward Earth?

Back

New Moon

Front

When the moon is between the Earth and the Sun, what phase is it?

Back

New Moon

Front

What does the term 'lunar' refer to?

Back

Moon

Front

What day is represented by the Winter Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Winter Solstice

Front

What is the path that the Earth takes around the Sun called?

Back

Orbit

Front

What is the term for the movement of the Earth around the Sun?

Back

Revolution

Front

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

Back

Full Moon

Front

What is the term for the gravitational pull of the moon that causes tides on Earth?

Back

Tidal Force

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the moon to complete one full orbit around the Earth?

Back

Lunar Month