Seasons, Moon Phases, and Tides Study Guide
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Seasons / Day & Night
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Revolution / Rotation
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Cause
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Why is the axis important
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How they change
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Similarities and difference at various points on Earth
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Solstices and Equinoxes – when and where do they occur
B.
Northern Hemisphere:
Southern Hemisphere:
Spring –
Spring –
A.
Summer –
C
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Winter –
Summer –
Winter –
Fall –
Fall –
Vernal Equinox –
Vernal Equinox –
Autumnal Equinox –
Autumnal Equinox –
Summer Solstice –
Summer Solstice –
Winter Solstice -
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D.
Winter Solstice -
Moon Phases
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Cause
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Names and which part of the moon is lit
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Where is the moon located in it’s revolution for each phase
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What do we see from Earth at the different phases
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Solar and Lunar Eclipses – causes and parts
Pre-AP Seasons, Moon Phases & Tides
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Tides
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Cause of tides
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High and low tides – when do they occur / how often
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Spring and Neap tides – when do they occur
Pre-AP Seasons, Moon Phases & Tides