Phases of the Moon

Front

When the Moon is directly between the Sun and the Earth, what phase would the Moon be in?

Back

New Moon

Front

What term is associated with the moons that are increasing in size (more light on them) each day?

Back

Waxing moons

Front

What phase of the moon is this?

Back

Waxing crescent

Front

What causes the different phases of the Moon?

Back

The angle at which we see the lit Moon as it revolves around the Earth.

Front

Where does the Moon get its light from?

Back

It reflects the Sun's light

Front

How long does it take the Moon to complete its cycle?

Back

around 1 month

Front

How much of the Moon is always reflecting light from the Sun?

Back

Half of the Moon is always illuminated; it's just not always facing Earth

Front

What is the phase of the Moon at position #5? Options: New Moon, Third Quarter Moon, First Quarter Moon, Full Moon

Back

Full Moon

Front

What is the correct phase of the Moon at position 3?

Back

First Quarter (or Waxing Half)

Front

What are the correct phases of the Moon from position 6 through 8? Options: Waning Crescent, First Quarter, Waning Gibbous, Waning Gibbous, Third Quarter, Waning Crescent, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Waxing Gibbous, Third Quarter, Waxing Crescent

Back

Waning Gibbous, Third Quarter, Waning Crescent