ES Flashcard Six Lunar Phases, Seasons, Tides

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What causes the different phases of the Moon?
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The phases of the Moon are caused by the changing angles of sunlight hitting the Moon as it orbits Earth.
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What is a full moon?
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A full moon occurs when the Moon is on the opposite side of Earth from the Sun, fully illuminated.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why do we only see one side of the Moon from Earth?
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We only see one side of the Moon because it rotates on its axis at the same rate that it revolves around Earth.
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What is a solar eclipse?
Back
A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a lunar eclipse?
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A lunar eclipse occurs when Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How many times does the Moon revolve around Earth in one year?
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The Moon revolves around Earth approximately 12 times during one revolution of Earth around the Sun.
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What is the position of the Moon during a total solar eclipse?
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The Moon is positioned directly between the Earth and the Sun during a total solar eclipse.
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