Seasons, Eclipses, & Moon Phases

Front

What does the earth's tilt cause?

Back

The seasons.

Front

During a lunar eclipse, the moon appears to be a ______ color due to Earth's atmosphere.

Back

reddish.

Front

What are the four seasons?

Back

Spring, Summer, Autumn (Fall), Winter.

Front

What causes day and night?

Back

The rotation of the Earth on its axis.

Front

What is a solar eclipse?

Back

An event where the moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

Front

What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

An event where the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the Moon.

Front

What phase comes after a new moon?

Back

Waxing crescent.

Front

What is the full moon phase?

Back

When the entire face of the Moon is illuminated by the Sun.

Front

How long does it take for the Moon to orbit the Earth?

Back

About 27.3 days.

Front

What is the tilt of the Earth's axis?

Back

Approximately 23.5 degrees.