Lunar Phases
How long does it take from a new moon to the first quarter moon?
A week
What is the primary reason why the Earth has seasons?
The tilt of the Earth's axis as it revolves around the sun is the primary reason
What causes an eclipse?
When the earth, moon and sun line up
How long does it take for a 1st quarter moon to reach a waxing crescent?
24-25 days
What would happen to our annual seasonal cycle if Earth’s axial tilt were reduced to a completely upright position?
The seasons would completely disappear, leaving every latitude with a fixed, unchanging climate all year round
What is the order of a solar eclipse?
Sun, Moon, then Earth
How long is the moon cycle?
28 days
How would a smaller axial tilt, like five degrees instead of our 23.5, alter the weather in mid-latitudes?
Seasonal changes would become much milder, resulting in cooler summers and warmer winters
What would happen if the moon's orbit or distance from earth changes?
The tides would shrink, earth tilt would become more wobbly, and days would gain length. If its orbit went backwards the moon's cycle would be backwards
How much degrees is the moon tilted?
5.1 degrees
If the Earth’s tilt were increased to 45 degrees, what would happen to earth’s summer months?
Summer would be drastically hotter and more extreme because the Sun would sit much higher in the sky, delivering intense, considered radiation
How long does a solar eclipse last?
A few seconds to 7 minutes and 30 seconds
What is the ratio between the Earth’s tilt and the moon’s tilt?
23.5 : 5.1
What planet in our solar system sees the littlest to no change from season to season?
Jupiter
How long does a lunar eclipse last?
Anywhere from 30 to 105 minutes