24-25 The Sun-Earth-Moon System (Unit 2: Astronomy) Review

Front

During what phases might an eclipse happen?

Back

Eclipses can occur during the new and full moon phases.

Front

The sun is directly overhead at the Tropic of Capricorn during which solstice?

Back

The sun is directly overhead at the Tropic of Capricorn during the winter (hibernal) solstice.

Front

What shape does the Sun's path trace in the sky when photographed at the same place and time for a year?

Back

The Sun's path traces an asymmetrical figure 8 in the sky, known as the Sun's analemma.

Front

What is the point in the Moon’s orbit where it is nearest to the Earth?

Back

The point in the Moon’s orbit where it is nearest to the Earth is called perigee.

Front

What type of eclipse occurs when the Moon, Earth, and Sun are aligned?

Back

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon, Earth, and Sun are aligned.

Front

What is the opposite of perigee in the Moon's orbit?

Back

The opposite of perigee is apogee, which is the point where the Moon is farthest from the Earth.

Front

What is the significance of the Tropic of Cancer?

Back

The Tropic of Cancer is significant because the sun is directly overhead at this latitude during the summer (aestival) solstice.

Front

Define solar eclipse.

Back

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking all or part of the Sun's light.

Front

What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the Moon.

Front

What are the two types of solar eclipses?

Back

The two types of solar eclipses are total solar eclipse and partial solar eclipse.