Moon Phases
Moon Phases #2
Lunar Eclipse
Solar Eclipse
Ocean Tides
100
Is same half of the Moon always illuminated by the sun?
Yes
100
In a New Moon, do we see illuminated side of the moon?
No, we see the dark side, which is why it appears there is no moon
100
The moon's orbit is tilted how many degrees?
5 degrees
100
What is the Umbra shadow of the Earth? The Penumbra?
The Umbra shadow is the darker part of the Earth's shadow. The penumbra is the lighter part.
100
Tides are caused by what?
The moon and sun's gravity.
200
The moon phases takes how many days to complete?
29.5 days
200
What does waxing mean?
To increase or to grow
200
In a Lunar Eclipse, what are the positions of the Sun, Earth, and Moon IN ORDER.
Sun, Earth, Moon
200

In a Solar Eclipse, what are the positions of the Sun, Earth, and Moon IN ORDER.

Sun, Moon, Earth
200
How many high and low tides are there each day?
2 of each
300
A first quarter moon is illuminated on which side?
Right side
300
A third quarter moon is illuminated on which side?
Left side
300
What are the 3 types of Lunar Eclipses
Total, Partial, and Penumbral
300
What are the 3 types of Solar Eclipse?
Total, Partial, and Annular
300
Why do tides occur?
The moon's gravity pulls on the Earth and water, causing it to bulge. On the other side of the Earth, water is left behind, also causing high tide. The sides had their water sucked out, which causes low tide there.
400
Do crescent moons occur between the Quarter Moons and the New Moons?
Yes
400
Do Gibbous Moons occur between Crescent Moons and a New Moon?
No, they occur in between Quarter Moons and Full Moons.
400
A Lunar Eclipse can only happen at what Moon?
Full Moon
400
A Solar Eclipse can only happen at what type of moon?
New Moon
400
A neap tide occurs at what moons? 
First Quarter and Third Quarter
500
What is another name for a Third Quarter Moon?
Last Quarter Moon
500
A Gibbous Waning Moon is between which two moons?
Full Moon and Third Quarter Moon
500
Why is the moon red/orange during a Lunar Eclipse?
The Earth's atmosphere filters sunlight, allowing some to reach the moon. Blue light is scattered into the sky, causing it to be blue. Red and Orange light remain, causing the moon to appear red/orange.
500
What is the Corona of a Solar Eclipse?
Halo of light around the edge of the moon.
500
What moons do Spring Tides occur at?
Full Moon and New Moons
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