Sun-Earth-Moon System Review

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What causes tides on Earth?

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The gravitational pull from the moon and sun.

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What type of eclipse occurs when the Earth is between the sun and the moon?

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Lunar eclipse.

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How many high tides does a location experience in a typical day?

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2 high tides.

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What phenomenon is caused by the tilt of Earth on its axis?

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Opposite seasons in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

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What does 'waning' refer to in the context of the moon?

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Getting smaller and darker.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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An event where the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, blocking the sun's light.

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What are the phases of the moon?

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The different appearances of the moon as seen from Earth, caused by its position relative to the Earth and sun.

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What is the difference between a solar eclipse and a lunar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the moon blocks the sun, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the moon.

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What is the role of gravity in the Sun-Earth-Moon system?

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Gravity keeps the moon in orbit around the Earth and the Earth in orbit around the sun.

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What is the significance of the Earth's tilt?

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It affects the climate and seasons experienced in different parts of the world.

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