Space Unit Review

Front

What keeps the temperature around the equator consistent throughout the year?

Back

The equator always receives direct sunlight.

Front

What moon phase comes after the full moon?

Back

Waning gibbous.

Front

What does it mean when the moon is losing light?

Back

Waning.

Front

What is the term for the Earth's movement around the sun that lasts 365 1/4 days?

Back

Revolution/orbit.

Front

Why does Earth have seasons?

Back

Earth has seasons because its axis is tilted about 23 degrees, affecting the amount of direct solar energy received.

Front

What happens when the north end of Earth’s axis is tilted toward the sun?

Back

North America will experience more direct solar energy, longer days, and a summer season.

Front

What is the definition of rotation in terms of Earth’s movement?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours.

Front

What is the definition of revolution in terms of Earth’s movement?

Back

Revolution is the movement of Earth around the sun, taking about 365 1/4 days.

Front

What is a new moon?

Back

A new moon is a phase of the moon when it is not visible from Earth.

Front

What is a waxing gibbous moon?

Back

A waxing gibbous moon is a phase where more than half of the moon is illuminated and increasing.