Seasons and Eclipses Review Questions

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What are the reasons for the seasons?

Back

Earth's tilt & revolution.

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What season is it in the Southern Hemisphere when it is fall in the Northern Hemisphere?

Back

Spring.

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What does the term equinox mean?

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Equal amount of daylight and equal amount of night.

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Why don't we have eclipses every month?

Back

The moon's orbit is tilted 5%.

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What is summer in the Northern Hemisphere characterized by?

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The Northern Hemisphere receives more direct sunlight.

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What is winter in the Southern Hemisphere characterized by?

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The Southern Hemisphere receives less direct sunlight.

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What is the significance of the tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

It causes the variation in seasons.

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What is a solar eclipse?

Back

An event where the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, blocking sunlight.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

An event where the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow on the moon.

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What is the difference between a total eclipse and a partial eclipse?

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A total eclipse completely covers the sun or moon, while a partial eclipse only covers part of it.