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Homework exercises on the Earth and Moon for a Physical Science course. Also refer to physics, science, space, stars, planets, moon, universe, telescope, tides, education, distance learning, Ron Kurtus, School for Champions. Copyright © Restrictions

The Earth and Moon - Homework

INSTRUCTIONS: Print out a copy of this homework assignment, answer the questions correctly, and give the completed homework to your instructor.

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1. What is the approximate shape of the Earth? How has that shape been proven?

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2. What causes the Sun to come up in the morning?

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3. Why isn't using the movement of the Sun a good way to tell time?

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4. How many time zones are there in the continental United States?

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5. What causes the different seasons on the Earth?

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6. Where does daylight last more than 24 hours? When does this happen?

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7. What causes the different phases of the Moon?

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8. What is an eclipse of the Moon?

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9. What is an eclipse of the Sun?

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10. What causes the tides on Earth?

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