Why We Have Seasons
What are seasons?
Seasons are periods where there are different temperatures or weather change
What is a solar eclipse?
When the Moon blocks the Sun's light from reaching Earth.
What are moon phases?
Moon phases are the different appearances of the Moon as observed from Earth, which result from the Moon's position relative to the Earth and the Sun.
What are light waves?
Light waves are electromagnetic waves that can travel through space. They are part of the electromagnetic spectrum and are visible to the human eye.
What is Fortnite?
It's a battle royale mode where players compete to be the last person standing.
What are the four seasons?
Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter
What is a lunar eclipse?
When Earth’s shadow covers the Moon.
How many main phases of the Moon are there?
There are eight main phases of the Moon: New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, and Waning Crescent.
How do light waves travel?
Light waves travel in straight lines and can move through various mediums.
How do you win in Fortnite?
You must eliminate other players while avoiding being eliminated. The last player is the winner.
What causes the seasons to change?
The earth's tilted axis as it orbits the sun
Can eclipses happen anywhere on Earth?
No, they are visible only from specific locations.
What causes the different phases of the Moon?
The different phases are caused by the changing angles of sunlight hitting the Moon as it orbits Earth, leading to varying amounts of the Moon's surface being illuminated.
What is the difference between reflection and refraction of light?
Reflection occurs when light bounces off a surface, like a mirror, while refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another, such as from air to water.
What are V-Bucks?
V-Bucks are the in-game currency in Fortnite. Players can earn or purchase V-Bucks to buy skins, emotes, and other cosmetic items.
Which season is considered the warmest?
Summer is the warmest season
Why don't eclipses happen every month?
The orbits of the Earth and Moon are tilted, so they don’t align perfectly often.
How long does it take for the Moon to complete a full cycle of phases?
It takes about 28 days for the Moon to complete one full cycle of phases, known as a lunar month.
What is the speed of light?
The speed of light in a vacuum is approximately 299,792 kilometers per second
What are the different game modes in Fortnite?
Fortnite features several game modes, including Battle Royale, Creative mode
Why do we have seasons?
Earth's axis is tilted as it orbits the sun, causing different parts of the planet to receive varying amounts of direct sunlight throughout the year
How long do eclipses last?
Solar eclipses last a few minutes; lunar eclipses can last up to several hours.
Can you see all phases of the Moon during the night?
No, not all phases are visible at night. Some phases, like the New Moon, are not visible at all, while others may be visible only during specific times of the night.
Why do we see different colors of light?
We see different colors of light because each color has a different wavelength.
Can you play Fortnite on multiple platforms?
PC, consoles (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch), and mobile devices