The Moon

Name the famous Indian astronomer who found out the fact that day and night were caused by the rotation of the earth on its axis.

Anatomy is the branch of science that deals with the study of universe.

Describe the contribution of Aryabhatta to the field of astronomy.

Define astronomy.

We will not be able to hear sound if we were on the moon.

Name the phase of moon during which a lunar eclipse can occur.

The moon takes _____ ($26.5$/$27$) days to complete one revolution around the earth.

When is the full moon day?

Unscramble the following word to make meaningful word.

EHAPS 
(Hint: Changing shape of the moon)

Unscramble the following word to make meaningful word.  

TECNRCSE

(Hint: Shape of the moon)

The rotation of the moon causes day and night.

The period of rotation of the moon is 30 days and it is calculated as a month.

Describe the rotation of the moon.

The period of rotation of the moon is _____ days.

The moon, like the earth, rotates on its own axis.

The rotation of the moon and its revolution around the Earth is almost the same.

The period of orbit of the moon is _____ days.

The period of orbit of the moon indicates the time taken for its one complete rotation.

Briefly explain the orbital period of the moon.

The full-moon looks like an arc.