Rotation, Revolution & Lunar cycle

Front

What keeps the Moon in orbit around the Earth?

Back

The Earth's gravity.

Front

What moon phase occurs about 1 week after a full moon?

Back

Third Quarter.

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to rotate once?

Back

24 hours.

Front

What are daily changes in ocean water levels along the coasts called?

Back

Tides.

Front

What is evidence that the Earth is rotating?

Back

Night and day.

Front

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

Back

Revolution.

Front

What is the term for the spinning of the Earth on its axis?

Back

Rotation.

Front

How long does it take for the Moon to complete one revolution around the Earth?

Back

Approximately 27.3 days.

Front

What phase comes after the New Moon?

Back

Waxing Crescent.

Front

What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

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