Inv3.Exp2 Text B Quiz

What is the difference between a sidereal day and a synodic day?

• A sidereal day is exactly 24 hours while a synodic day is 23.934 hours
• A sidereal day is 23.934 hours while a synodic day is exactly 24 hours
• They are exactly the same length of time
• A sidereal day is measured against the moon while a synodic day is measured against the stars

How far is Earth from the sun at aphelion compared to perihelion?

• 3 million km farther
• 4 million km farther
• 5 million km farther
• 6 million km farther

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What is the current tilt of Earth's axis with respect to the ecliptic?

• 21.5 degrees
• 22.4 degrees
• 24.3 degrees
• 23.4 degrees

How long does it take the moon to complete one sidereal month?

• 27.321661 days
• 29.5 days
• 28.5 days
• 30.321661 days

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What causes Earth's seasons?

• Distance from the sun
• Earth's tilted axis
• Orbital eccentricity
• Solar radiation variations

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During a new moon, where is the moon positioned?

• On the opposite side of Earth from the sun
• Between Earth and the sun
• Perpendicular to Earth and sun alignment
• At its furthest point from Earth

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What is the range of days in a synodic month?

• 27.18 to 27.93 days
• 28.18 to 28.93 days
• 29.18 to 29.93 days
• 30.18 to 30.93 days

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Why are lunar eclipses more common than solar eclipses?

• The moon's shadow is larger than Earth's
• Earth's shadow is larger than the moon's
• The moon is closer to Earth
• Solar eclipses occur only at night

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How many daily rotations did Earth complete in a year 620 million years ago?

• 365 rotations
• 375 rotations
• 385 rotations
• 400 rotations

What is Earth's shape called due to its rotation?

• Perfect sphere
• Oblate ellipsoid
• Circular spheroid
• Prolate spheroid

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