Science Tip of the Day October 5, 2011 How was the Astronomy 1 quiz? (give details) 2. What are some physical characteristics of the moon? 3. How often does the moon Rotate/Revolve? 4. Write down 1 fact about the moon you’ve learned sometime in your life. 1. Science Tip of the Day October 6, 2011 What is Regolith? 2. Why are there dark areas and lighter areas of the moon? 3. Explain why we never see the “dark side of the moon”. 4. What causes tides? Spring vs. Neap? 1. Science Tip of the Day October 7, 2011 **Take out your Moon Phase Lab** -Make sure it is complete Science Tip of the Day October 11, 2011 Explain what a “Phase of the Moon” is. 2. What is the difference between a Solar Eclipse and a Lunar Eclipse? 3. Why did the Apollo missions land in the Sea of Tranquility? (what is it?) 4. What causes craters on the surface of the moon? 1. Science Tip of the Day October 12, 2011 **NO SCIENCE TIP** Take out Objective notes (make sure ALL are complete). Take out Moon Webquest (have out on desk)