Earth and Space Review

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What season has the longest days?

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Summer

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How many low tides are there in a day?

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2

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How many high tides are there in a day?

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2

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How many hours does the Earth take to fully spin on its axis?

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24

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What percent of light does a Gibbous moon reflect?

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75%

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun.

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What is the difference between a high tide and a low tide?

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High tide is when the water level is at its highest, while low tide is when the water level is at its lowest.

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What is the role of the Moon in ocean tides?

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The Moon's gravitational pull causes the water to bulge, creating high and low tides.

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What is the approximate duration of one complete cycle of tides?

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About 12 hours and 25 minutes.

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What is a full moon?

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A phase of the Moon when it is fully illuminated as seen from Earth.