The Earth-Sun-Moon System

Question 1

What occurs during a solar eclipse?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The moon’s shadow falls on Earth.

Question 2

During which phase of the moon does a lunar eclipse occur?

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full moon

Question 3

Study the image.

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waxing crescent

Question 4

How long does it take for the moon to complete one revolution around Earth?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

27.3 days

Question 5

Study the image.

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6 and 12

Question 6

During which phase of the moon do neap tides occur?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

quarter

Question 7

Which term describes one kind of movement of Earth?

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revolution

Question 8

Why do lunar and solar eclipses not happen every month?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

The tilt of the moon’s axis does not allow for monthly alignment.

Question 9

Which movement causes day and night on Earth?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

rotation of Earth

Question 10

In which direction does the Sun appear to move across the sky?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

from east to west

The Earth-Sun-Moon System Answers