P7 Physics - Observing the universe = P7A Naked eye astronomy

Twenty first century science - P7 observing the universe. This is the first unit from P7. Hope this helps you all to prepare for your exam, good luck :)

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  • Created by: Charlotte
  • Created on: 02-06-11 17:33
What is the time difference between a solar day and a sidereal day?
4 minutes
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How long does it take for the moon to orbit the earth once?
about 28 days
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What is the area of total darkness in a shadow called?
Umbra
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What is the phase of the moon during a solar eclipse?
new moon
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Fill in the gap: the time taken for the earth to rotate 360 degrees is one _____ day.
Sidereal
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What is the colour of the moon during a lunar eclipse?
red
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From the list below, choose the definition of Constellation
a pattern of stars seen from the earth
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Card 2

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How long does it take for the moon to orbit the earth once?

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about 28 days

Card 3

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What is the area of total darkness in a shadow called?

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Card 4

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What is the phase of the moon during a solar eclipse?

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Card 5

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Fill in the gap: the time taken for the earth to rotate 360 degrees is one _____ day.

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Chloe Thorn

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thanks , this is really helpful and some more obscure questions too ! :)

Charlotte

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Your welcome, im glad to hear its helped :)

Natalie

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Excellent quiz... cheers! :)

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