Unit 2 lesson 1-4 flashcard 6th grade

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What causes Earth's magnetic field?

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A movement of material inside Earth's core along with Earth's rotation.

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More heat is produced when the sun's rays hit Earth ________________ than when they hit at an angle.

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Directly.

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What is a pulling force attracting two objects?

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Gravity.

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Which phase of the moon is pictured?

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Third quarter.

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What is important in determining Earth's seasons?

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The tilt of Earth's axis and its revolution around the sun.

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What is the tilt of Earth's axis?

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The angle at which Earth is tilted in relation to its orbit around the sun, approximately 23.5 degrees.

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What is revolution in terms of Earth?

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The movement of Earth around the sun in an elliptical orbit, taking about 365.25 days.

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What is rotation in terms of Earth?

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The spinning of Earth on its axis, which takes about 24 hours to complete one full turn.

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What is the significance of the sun's rays hitting Earth directly?

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It results in more concentrated heat and energy, affecting climate and weather patterns.

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What is a full moon?

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A phase of the moon when it is fully illuminated by the sun, occurring when Earth is between the sun and the moon.