Although half of the moon is always illuminated, usually only a portion of the illuminated side is visible from Earth. The diagram below presents the relative positions of Earth, the sun, and the moon. The positions of the moon are labeled 1-8. Which of the moons in the figure are in a crescent phase?
(1 point)
Responses
2 and 4
2 and 4
2 and 8
2 and 8
4 and 6
4 and 6
6 and 8
Based on the diagram, the correct answer is option 4: 6 and 8.
Which accurately describes Earth’s position and orientation during summer in the northern hemisphere?(1 point)
Responses
Earth is at its closest point to the Sun.
Earth is at its closest point to the Sun.
Earth’s hemispheres receive equal amounts of solar energy.
Earth’s hemispheres receive equal amounts of solar energy.
The north end of Earth’s rotational axis leans toward the Sun.
The north end of Earth’s rotational axis leans toward the Sun.
The Sun emits a greater amount of light and heat energy.
The Sun emits a greater amount of light and heat energy.
The correct answer is option 3: The north end of Earth’s rotational axis leans toward the Sun. This results in the northern hemisphere receiving more direct sunlight and experiencing summer.
On a summer day, Thomas is standing in his driveway waiting for his mother . Energy from the Sun is making Thomas feel hot. This energy is being transmitted by three different methods. Which of the following is an example of convection?(1 point)
Responses
Energy streaming through space toward Thomas.
Energy streaming through space toward Thomas.
Heat being transferred from air particles to the asphalt.
Heat being transferred from air particles to the asphalt.
Heat moving through Thomas’s clothes to warm his skin.
Heat moving through Thomas’s clothes to warm his skin.
Warm air rising from just above the asphalt to reach the level of Thomas’s face.