Seasons
What causes the seasons?
The tilt of Earth’s axis as it orbits the Sun
Why do we have moon phases?
We have phases because the moon orbits the Earth.
What size of tides do we expect during a Spring tide?
Highest of high and lowest of low
What is a Medium?
The material through which a wave travels is called a Gases (air), liquids, solids
Does electrical energy need a medium?
No
How many times does Earth spin in a day?
Earth spins once in a day
What happens during a Solar eclipse?
Moon covers the sun
What size of tides do we expect during a Neap tide?
Low High tides and high low tides.
What type of wave requires a Medium?
Mechanical waves
What is an independent variable?
The variable that is purposefully changed/ manipulated
When are the two solstices?
June 21st and December 21st
What happens during a Lunar eclipse?
Earth's shadow blocks the moon
In what phase is a Neap tide?
First and Last quarter.
What is a crest?
The high part of a transverse wave
What is an dependent variable?
The variable being measured or tested
When are the two equinoxes?
March 21st and September 21st
How long does it take for the moon to revolve around the Earth?
It takes 29.5 days to revolve around the Earth.
In what phase do we see Spring tides?
New and Full moon
What is a trough?
The low part of a transverse wave
Does radiant energy need a medium
No
What is the difference between equinoxes and solstices?
Equinoxes: When daylight and darkness hours are equal.
Solstices: Longest or shortest days of the year.
What is the difference between waxing and waning?
Waxing = Right side appearing
Waning = Left side appearing
Spring
What is a wavelength?
The distance between two crests/troughs
What is convection?
Where warmer air rises and cooler air sinks