SOL 4.6 Earth, Moon, & Sun

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What are the phases of the moon?

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The phases of the moon include new moon, waxing crescent, first quarter, waxing gibbous, full moon, waning gibbous, last quarter, and waning crescent.

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What is the significance of the first quarter moon?

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The first quarter moon is when half of the moon is illuminated and visible from Earth, occurring about a week after the new moon.

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How long does it take for the moon to complete one full cycle of phases?

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It takes approximately 29.5 days for the moon to complete one full cycle of phases, known as a lunar month.

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What is the difference between a solar and lunar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, blocking the sun's light. A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow on the moon.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The seasons are caused by the tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun, leading to varying angles of sunlight at different times of the year.

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What are tides and what causes them?

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Tides are the rise and fall of sea levels caused primarily by the gravitational pull of the moon and, to a lesser extent, the sun.

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What is the Northern Hemisphere?

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The Northern Hemisphere is the half of the Earth that is north of the equator.

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What is the Southern Hemisphere?

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The Southern Hemisphere is the half of the Earth that is south of the equator.

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How does the Earth's rotation affect day and night?

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The Earth's rotation on its axis causes different parts of the Earth to face the sun or be in shadow, resulting in day and night.

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

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The sun provides light and heat, influencing the Earth's climate and weather, and is the central body around which the Earth and moon orbit.

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