Moon Phases Labeling

Use your knowledge of science to answer the question. Which model of the Sun, Earth, and Moon best supports why Earth has different seasons?

• The Sun orbits the Earth, causing different seasons.

• The Earth orbits the Sun, and its tilt causes different seasons.

• The Moon orbits the Earth, causing different seasons.

• The Earth orbits the Moon, causing different seasons.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Which of the following correctly shows the difference between weight and mass?

• A) Weight and Mass are the same thing

• B) Weight is dependent on gravity whereas Mass is the amount of matter in an object.

• C) Mass is dependent on gravity whereas Weight is the amount of matter in an object.

• D) Mass is dependent on Weight

The diagram models the position of Earth as it orbits the sun. How does this model help to explain seasons on Earth?

• A) It shows how Earth’s rotation affects the amount of direct sunlight an area receives.

• B) It shows how Earth’s distance from the sun affects the amount of direct sunlight an area receives.

• C) It shows how Earth’s tilt and orbit around the sun affect the amount of direct sunlight an area receives.

• D) It shows how the size of Earth in relation to the sun affects the amount of direct sunlight an area receives.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

The model below shows the solar system. Which statement about the model is true?

• It accurately shows the lack of empty space in the solar system.

• The sun is actually smaller than the planets in the solar system.

• The sizes of the planets in relation to each other are accurately represented in the model.

• The sun is bigger than any of the planets.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

Look at the diagram. What can you conclude from this diagram about the particular season for the Northern Hemisphere?

• A) The Northern Hemisphere is tilted toward the sun and therefore is experiencing winter.

• B) The Northern Hemisphere is tilted toward the sun and therefore is experiencing summer.

• C) The Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the sun and therefore is experiencing winter.

• D) The Northern Hemisphere is tilted away from the sun and therefore is experiencing summer.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Which of the following is shown in the model?

• a solar eclipse

• a lunar eclipse

• winter solstice

• summer solstice

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

An object's resistance to change its motion

• Inertia

• Newton's Third Law of motion

• Law of Universal Gravitation

• Gravity

Which of the following electromagnets would have the greatest magnetic field?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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NGSS.MS-PS2-3

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

How are the electromagnets in a MRI machine similar to all other electromagnets, and how could a doctor increase a MRI machines’ magnetic field (Select two choices).

• A) They have coils of wire wrapped around iron cores connected to electrical current.

• B) MRI machines consist of many permanent magnets that cannot be turned off.

• C) To increase the magnetic field of an MRI machine, increase the electrical current.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-3

NGSS.MS-PS2-5

As Earth spins, the constellations ____

• A) move in the opposite direction

• B) seem to move, but don't

• C) move with it

• D) change forms