Phases, Eclipses, and Tides

Question 1

An equinox occurs when

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neither end of Earth’s axis is tilted toward or away from the sun.

Question 2

It is warmer near the equator because that is where the Earth gets the most direct sunlight. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

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T

Question 3

During a solstice, the periods of light and dark are equal.

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F

Question 4

The Earth’s changing distance from the Sun during the year causes the seasons.

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F

Question 5

Day and night are caused by

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Earth’s rotation on its axis.

Question 6

The movement of one body around another is

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revolution

Question 7

Astrology is the study of the Earth, Moon, and Stars in space.

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F

Question 8

Earth’s rotation takes about

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24 hours.

Question 9

Day and night are caused by Earth’s revolution on its axis.

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F

Question 10

Earth has seasons because

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its axis is tilted as it moves around the sun.

Phases, Eclipses, and Tides Answers