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The Moon
Earth's natural satellite shines in the night sky. How much do you know about it?
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Quiz ID: #19551
Category:
Science
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Astronomy
Submitted By:
dswilborn
Question #1
The Earth's moon is the fifth largest moon in the Solar System.
True
False
Question #2
What is the Moon's Latin name?
Mare
Diana
Luna
Artemis
Question #3
The Moon is in synchronous rotation. What does that mean?
The same side of the Moon always faces the Earth.
The Moon has phases depending upon its position.
The Moon rotates at the same speed as the Earth.
Question #4
The far side of the Moon is always dark.
True
False
Question #5
What are lunar maria?
Mountain ranges
Dark, basaltic plains
Dry sea beds
Question #6
How many men travelled from the Earth to the Moon in the 20th century?
8
12
16
24
Question #7
A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is between the Sun and the Moon.
True
False
Question #8
During the Apollo missions, how many moon rocks were brought back to Earth?
1,340
1,715
2,060
2,415
Question #9
The full moon comes after the first quarter and before the third quarter.
True
False
Question #10
The term "gibbous" refers to the Moon's phases when the Moon is more than half illuminated.
True
False
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