Using a Gnomon, One Can ________

question 148

Multiple Choice

Using a gnomon, one can ________.

• A) calculate the radius of Earth
• B) tell local time
• C) predict the phases of the moon
• D) estimate the exact height of tall mountains
• E) theorize about amount of time since the "big bang"

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Definitions:

Dark Circular Maria

the large, dark plains formed by ancient volcanic eruptions on the Moon's surface.

Dark Mare

Large, dark basaltic plains on Earth's Moon, formed by ancient volcanic eruptions.

Basalt Flows

The movement and solidification of basaltic lava across the Earth's surface, forming solid igneous rock formations.

Sand Dunes

Sand dunes are accumulations of wind-blown sand, often found in desert environments or near beaches, that form various shapes and sizes depending on wind patterns.