SOL 4.6 Earth, Moon, & Sun

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

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

Front

What is the imaginary line that Earth rotates on called?

Back

Axis.

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to revolve around the sun?

Back

365 days.

Front

What is the third quarter moon phase?

Back

A moon phase where half of the moon is illuminated and half is dark.

Front

How long does it take for the moon to revolve around the Earth?

Back

27 days.

Front

What is the term for the path the Earth takes around the sun?

Back

Orbit.

Front

What is the effect of the Earth's tilt on climate?

Back

It causes variations in sunlight, leading to different seasons.

Front

What is a full moon?

Back

A moon phase where the entire face of the moon is illuminated.

Front

What is the equator?

Back

An imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

Front

What is the difference between rotation and revolution?

Back

Rotation is the spinning of the Earth on its axis; revolution is the movement of the Earth around the sun.