Moon Flashcard

Front

What are the holes in the moon called?

Back

Craters

Front

Does the Moon have oceans?

Back

False

Front

Is the Moon much closer to the Earth than other planets or stars?

Back

Yes

Front

What are the dark and light features on the Moon called?

Back

Rocks

Front

What are the dark and light features on the Moon called?

Back

Spots

Front

What is the surface of the Moon primarily made of?

Back

Rock and dust

Front

How many phases does the Moon go through in a month?

Back

Eight phases

Front

What is the name of the Moon's gravitational effect on Earth?

Back

Tides

Front

What is the term for the Moon's orbit around the Earth?

Back

Revolution

Front

What is the average distance from the Earth to the Moon?

Back

About 238,855 miles (384,400 kilometers)