The Earth-Sun-Moon System

Question 1

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

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full moon

Question 2

Study the image.

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waxing crescent

Question 3

Why do lunar and solar eclipses not happen every month?

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

Question 4

During which phase does Earth see more than half of the moon’s surface?

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waxing gibbous

Question 5

How often do spring and neap tides occur?

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twice a month

Question 6

During which phase of the moon do neap tides occur?

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quarter

Question 7

Look at the diagram of a solar eclipse.

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2

Question 8

Study the image.

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6 and 12

Question 9

Which movement causes day and night on Earth?

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rotation of Earth

Question 10

Which term describes one kind of movement of Earth?

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revolution

The Earth-Sun-Moon System Answers