Earth and Space

Front

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

Back

About as long as one rotation of the moon.

Front

What is a large, spherical shaped object that revolves around a star?

Back

A planet.

Front

What causes the moon to appear larger when viewed a week later?

Back

You would be seeing more of the side of the moon that was lighted.

Front

How long does it take for Earth to move from one point to another in its orbit?

Back

About 6 months.

Front

Which position allows us on Earth to see a new moon?

Back

Position 3.

Front

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

Back

Orbit.

Front

What is the name of the force that keeps the planets in orbit around the Sun?

Back

Gravity.

Front

What do we call the time it takes for the Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis?

Back

24 hours.

Front

What is the term for the phase of the moon when it is not visible from Earth?

Back

New moon.

Front

What is the name of the closest star to Earth?

Back

The Sun.