motions of earth, moon and sun Flashcards
1
Q
Earth’s tilt
A
23.5 degrees
2
Q
The sun rises in the
A
east
3
Q
The sun sets in the
A
west
4
Q
Phases
A
The different shapes of the moon you see from Earth
5
Q
New Moon
A
moon does not reflect any light from the sun
6
Q
Full Moon
A
moon phase when the entire side facing Earth is illuminated.
7
Q
the moon reflects light from the
A
sun
8
Q
What causes seasons
A
revolution and tilt
9
Q
why do we not see the back side of the moon
A
We do not see the “far side” of the moon because the moon rotates and revolves at the same speed. It is always turning to “face us”.
