
Define the term tide.
Important Questions on Moon and Shadow

Correct the following statement and rewrite it.
The moon revolves on an elliptical orbit around the earth once in about days.

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When we cannot see the moon at all, it is called a full moon.

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The rilles on the moon are formed from lava flowing from the craters.

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The force of gravity on the moon is six times less than on the sun.

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When the sun is completely in the dark shadow of the earth, it is called a total lunar eclipse.

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During full and new moons the gravitational forces of the sun and moon combine to produce neap tides.

Draw well-labelled diagram for the following:
Solar eclipse
