Earth, Moon, and Sun

Front

The star at the center of our solar system is called _______.

Back

the sun

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to Revolve around the Sun?

Back

365 days

Front

Day and night are caused by...

Back

the rotation of the Earth on its axis

Front

If it is day on one side of Earth, then what is happening on the other side of Earth?

Back

It is night.

Front

Seasons are caused by...

Back

The position of Earth and the tilt of its axis

Front

What causes moon phases?

Back

the revolution of the Moon around the Earth

Front

Waxing (related to the moon)

Back

growing larger

Front

Which phase of the moon occurs when you cannot see any reflection of the sun on the moon?

Back

New Moon

Front

Which phase of the moon shows an entire circle reflected by the sun?

Back

Full Moon

Front

Which phase of the moon shows 1/2 of the moon on the right side being reflected by the sun?

Back

First Quarter