Earth, Moon & Sun Flashcards

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The Earth revolves around ________.

The Sun

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The Moon revolves around ________.

The Earth

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Orbit is another word for _________.

Revolution

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Rotation means _________.

To spin on an axis

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The Earth’s seasons are caused by _________

Earth’s axial tilt

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What season is caused by North America receiving less light from the sun?

Winter

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When the Sun shines directly on North America, what season is it?

Summer

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What is the only planet that can support life?

Earth

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Why can we see the phases of the Moon?

The Moon reflects Sunlight

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When the right half of the moon is illuminated, what phase is it?

First Quarter

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Rank the order of the Earth, Moon, and Sun from largest to smallest.

Largest: SUN Middle: EARTH Smallest: MOON

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Tides are caused by the ________

Moon’s gravity

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The lowest tide ranges occur during which two Moon phases?

First Quarter and Last Quarter

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The highest tidal ranges occuring during which two Moon Phases?

Full Moon and New Moon