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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Orbit | The path an object follows as it moves around another object. |
| Revolution | The motion of one object around another object. |
| Rotation | A spinning motion. |
| Rotation axis | The line of which an object rotates. |
| Solstice | A day when Earth's axis is most toward or away from the Sun. |
| Equinox | A day when Earth's axis is leaning along Earth's orbit neither toward or away from the Sun. |
| Maria | The large flat areas on the Moon. |
| Phase | A portion of the Moon or a planet reflecting light as seen from Earth. |
| Waxing phase | More of the Moon's near side is lit each night. |
| Waning phase | Less of the Moon's near side is lit each night. |
| Umbra | The central, darker part of a shadow where light is totally blocked. |
| Penumbra | lighter part of a shadow where light is partially blocked. |
| Solar eclipse | When the Moon's shadow appears on the Earth's surface. |
| Lunar eclipse | When the Moon moves into Earth's shadow. |
| Tide | The daily rise and fall of the sea level. |