Earth, Moon, Sun Unit Check In Week 3

Front

What is a new moon?

Back

A new moon is the phase of the moon when it is not visible from Earth.

Front

What moon phase occurs when the entire face of the moon is illuminated?

Back

Full Moon

Front

What is the main challenge in making a model of the solar system?

Back

Showing sizes and distances accurately.

Front

What event occurs when the Earth comes between the sun and the moon?

Back

Lunar Eclipse

Front

What event occurs when the moon comes between the Earth and the sun?

Back

Solar Eclipse

Front

Why don't lunar and solar eclipses occur every month?

Back

The Moon's orbit is tilted, preventing perfect alignment with the Earth and Sun.

Front

What phase of the moon is visible as a bright crescent?

Back

Waxing Crescent

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the moon to complete one orbit around the Earth?

Back

Lunar Month (approximately 29.5 days)

Front

What is the term for the shadow cast by the Earth during a lunar eclipse?

Back

Umbra

Front

What is the difference between a solar eclipse and a lunar eclipse?

Back

A solar eclipse occurs when the moon blocks the sun, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the moon.