Unit 4 Test Review

Front

Is the Sun ever directly over the head of an observer in NY?

Back

NO!

Front

At which location would the moon need to be in order for a solar eclipse to occur?

Back

Location 1

Front

During which season in NY is our shadow the shortest?

Back

Summer

Front

What is Earth Revolution?

Back

Orbiting the Sun at 1° per day.

Front

Which positions of the Moon would create a Spring tide?

Back

Positions 1 and 5.

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

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

Front

What is a solar eclipse?

Back

An event where the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

Front

What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

An event where the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon.

Front

What is the difference between a solar and lunar eclipse?

Back

A solar eclipse occurs during the day, while a lunar eclipse occurs at night.

Front

What is the significance of the equinoxes?

Back

They mark the points in the year when day and night are of equal length.