MOON PHASES

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What are the main phases of the moon?

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The main phases of the moon are New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, and Waning Crescent.

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How long does it take for the moon to complete one full cycle of phases?

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It takes about 29.5 days for the moon to complete one full cycle of phases.

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What is a lunar month?

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A lunar month is the time it takes for the moon to go through all its phases, which is approximately 29.5 days.

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What is the full moon phase?

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The full moon phase occurs when the moon is fully illuminated by the sun, appearing as a complete circle.

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What is the last quarter moon phase?

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The last quarter moon phase occurs when half of the moon is illuminated and it is decreasing in illumination.

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What is the new moon phase?

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The new moon phase occurs when the moon is between the Earth and the sun, and its illuminated side is facing away from the Earth.

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What is the difference between waxing and waning phases of the moon?

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Waxing phases are when the moon's illumination is increasing (from New Moon to Full Moon), while waning phases are when the illumination is decreasing (from Full Moon to New Moon).

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What is a crescent moon?

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A crescent moon is a phase where less than half of the moon is illuminated, occurring before the first quarter and after the last quarter.

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What is a gibbous moon?

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A gibbous moon is a phase where more than half of the moon is illuminated, occurring after the first quarter and before the last quarter.

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How does the position of the moon affect its phases?

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The phases of the moon are determined by its position relative to the Earth and the sun, affecting how much of its illuminated side is visible from Earth.