AV 6th Grade Semester Review

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What phase of the moon occurs when it appears to be growing?

Back

Waxing

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What are sedimentary rocks primarily composed of?

Back

Small particles of sediment.

Front

Why do we observe different phases of the moon?

Back

As the Moon orbits around the Earth, we see different amounts of sunlight reflected from the Moon's surface.

Front

What type of rock is formed when heat or pressure transforms an existing rock?

Back

Metamorphic rock.

Front

What does the term 'waning' refer to in the context of the moon?

Back

The phase of the moon when it appears to be decreasing in size.

Front

What is the term for the process of rocks being formed from the accumulation of sediments?

Back

Sedimentation.

Front

What is the main difference between igneous and sedimentary rocks?

Back

Igneous rocks are formed from cooled magma or lava, while sedimentary rocks are formed from compressed sediments.

Front

What is the term for the moon phase when it is completely dark?

Back

New moon.

Front

What is the significance of the Earth's shadow during a lunar eclipse?

Back

It causes the moon to appear darkened as it passes through the Earth's shadow.

Front

What is the term for the cycle of the moon's phases?

Back

Lunar cycle.