Develop and use a model of the Earth-sun-moon system to describe the cyclic patterns of lunar phases, eclipses of the sun and moon, and seasons. [Clarification Statement: Examples of models can be physical, graphical, or conceptual.]
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The lighter part of a shadow where only some light is blocked. Occurs during eclipses. Found on the edges of the shadow. People in the penumbra during a solar eclipse experience a partial eclipse.
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The action of moving around something in a path that takes a full circle. Involves a complete orbit. Takes place in a regular cycle.
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Revolution
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The lighter part of a shadow where only some light is blocked. Occurs during eclipses. Found on the edges of the shadow. People in the penumbra during a solar eclipse experience a partial eclipse.
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The action of moving around something in a path that takes a full circle. Involves a complete orbit. Takes place in a regular cycle.
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When the moon moves between the Earth and the sun, blocking sunlight and casting a shadow on Earth. Occurs during the new moon phase. Only visible from specific areas on Earth.
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When day and night are equal in length due to the sun being directly over the equator. Happens twice a year (spring and fall). Marks a change in seasons.
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When the sun reaches its highest or lowest point in the sky, creating the longest or shortest day of the year.
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When the Earth moves between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow on the moon. Occurs during the full moon phase. Visible from anywhere on Earth where it's night.
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Relating to an axis, or an imaginary line through the center of a rotating object. Earth's axial tilt is 23.5°. Causes seasons and day/night.
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A type of tide that occurs when the gravitational forces of the moon and sun align, creating the greatest difference between high and low tides. Happens during the new moon and full moon phases.
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The type of tide that occurs when the gravitational forces of the moon and sun are at right angles, causing the least difference between high and low tides. Happens during the first and last quarter moon phases. Gravitational forces from the moon and sun partially cancel each other out.
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Related to spring or occurring during spring. Refers to events or characteristics of spring. Often associated with growth, renewal, and warmth.
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The darkest part of a shadow where all light from a source is blocked. Occurs during eclipses. Found in the center of the shadow. People in the umbra during a solar eclipse experience a total eclipse.
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A series of events that repeat in the same order. Predictable and continuous. Includes events like moon phases, seasons, and tides.
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Related to autumn or occurring during autumn. Refers to events or characteristics of fall. Often associated with cooler temperatures, shorter days, and falling leaves.
