McLain's 2nd Nine Weeks Science Review

Front

What is an instinct?

Back

An instinct is a natural behavior that an animal is born with, such as fish swimming.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What orbits the Earth?

Back

The Moon orbits the Earth.

Front

What is a Waxing Gibbous moon phase?

Back

A Waxing Gibbous is a moon phase where more than half of the moon is illuminated and it is increasing in light.

Front

What moon phase comes right after a Full Moon?

Back

The Waning Gibbous moon phase comes right after a Full Moon.

Front

Which planet is known as a gassy planet?

Back

Uranus is known as a gassy planet.

Front

What is the definition of a planet?

Back

A planet is a celestial body that orbits a star and is large enough to be rounded by its own gravity.

Front

What is the difference between a waxing and waning moon?

Back

A waxing moon is increasing in illumination, while a waning moon is decreasing in illumination.

Front

What is the role of the Sun in the solar system?

Back

The Sun is the star at the center of the solar system, providing light and heat to the planets.

Front

What is the definition of gravity?

Back

Gravity is the force that attracts two bodies towards each other, such as the Earth and the Moon.

Front

What is a full moon?

Back

A full moon is a phase where the entire face of the moon is illuminated by the Sun.