ASTRO 205 Exam 2 Revision Study Questions and Answers Correct A

ASTRO 205 Exam 2 Revision Study Questions and Answers Correct A

What are planetary rotation and orbital revolution? (explain using a
diagram)
Correct Answer –
Which side of the moon "lights up" first after a new moon? Which side of
the moon becomes dark first after the full moon?
Correct Answer -The side closest to the Sun; The side furthest from the sun.
How long do each of the above-mentioned phases appear to last?
Correct Answer -They appear to last 3-4 days.
What causes an eclipse?
Correct Answer -one celestial body temporarily obscures another celestial
body relative to an observe
What are the eclipse conditions for a solar eclipse? Lunar eclipse?
Correct Answer -Lunar Eclipse: The Earth is between the sun and