4th Grade Moon Flashcard

Front

What is it called when one side of the Earth is facing the sun?

Back

Day

Front

What is the source of the moon's light?

Back

The sun

Front

What do we call the different appearances of the moon?

Back

Phases

Front

Which factor does NOT affect the seasons on Earth?

Back

The moon

Front

Why is it colder in winter?

Back

Because we receive more indirect sunlight.

Front

What is the Earth's tilted axis responsible for?

Back

The changing seasons.

Front

What are the two types of sunlight that affect temperature?

Back

Direct and indirect sunlight.

Front

What phase is the moon in when it is completely dark?

Back

New moon.

Front

What phase is the moon in when it is fully illuminated?

Back

Full moon.

Front

How long does it take for the moon to complete one full cycle of phases?

Back

About 29.5 days.