Section 3 - The Earth, The Moon, and the Sun Flashcards
1
Q
How is the relative moon of the Earth, the moon, and the sun related to the phases of the moon?
A
The phases of the moon and eclipses are a result of the moons position in relation to the sun and the Earth and the Earth revolves around the sun.
2
Q
When would you be able to see a lunar eclipse?
A
When the earth is directly between the sun and the full moon.
3
Q
When would you be able to see a solar eclipse?
A
When the moon is directly between the sun and the Earth.
4
Q
How does the moon afffect tides on Earth?
A
The moon exerts a gravitational pull on the Earth, resulting in the rise and fall of the ocean.
