Ancient Greek Philosophers and the Shape of the Earth
11 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the primary cause of Earth's seasons?

  • The changing views of the moon
  • The Earth's orbit around the sun (correct)
  • The sun's motion in the sky
  • Earth's rotation on its axis

    • What is the term for the changing views of the moon?

  • Rotation
  • Revolution
  • Phases (correct)
  • Eclipse

    • How often does a full moon occur?

  • Every 29.5 days (correct)
  • Every 14.5 days
  • Every 31 days
  • Every 30 days

    • What happens during the vernal equinox?

    <p>The sun shines directly over the equator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which direction does the Sun rise?

    <p>East</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is credited with giving the most accurate size of the spherical Earth during his time?

    <p>Eratosthenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the shape of the Earth according to modern astronomy?

    <p>Oblate Spheroid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be observed during a lunar eclipse?

    <p>The circular shadow of the Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the position of the North Star if you go nearer the equator?

    <p>It is closer to the horizon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Eratosthenes observe during noon time in the summer solstice?

    <p>The shadows cast by a vertical stick</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of astronomy?

    <p>The branch of physical science dealing with heavenly bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser