Moon Phases
How many moon phases are there?
8
What is the main cause of tides?
The gravitational pull of the moon
What is the main cause of seasons?
The Earth's tilt
Moon
What moon phase do we experience when the moon is between the Earth and Sun?
New Moon
What tide do we experience when the Earth, Moon and Sun are lined up?
Spring Tides
At what angle is the Earth titled?
23.5 degrees.
During a Lunar Eclipse, what phase of the moon must we be in?
Full Moon
How does the moon get its light?
Reflection of the sun's light
What tide do we experience when the Moon, Sun and Earth are at a Right angle?
Neap Tides
If it is summer in the southern hemisphere, what season will the northern hemisphere be experiencing?
Winter
What is the darkest part of the shadow called during an eclipse?
Umbra
What does waxing mean?
Growing larger
Why do we call it a 'Spring Tide'
Because the tides 'spring' up to a higher level then normal.
What is the summer solstice?
The longest day of the year (most sunlight hours)
During a Solar eclipse, what phase of the moon must we be in?
New Moon
What does waning mean?
Shrinking
How often do the tides change from high to low?
Approx. every 6 hours
What happens on an Equinox?
Equal hours of day light and night time.
What is the lighter, outer shadow called during an eclipse?
Penumbra