Moon Phases and Eclipses

Front

What happens to moonlight during waning phases?

Back

Moonlight decreases.

Front

What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

A lunar eclipse occurs when the moon moves into the Earth's shadow.

Front

At which position in the Moon’s orbit can all of the Moon’s lighted side be seen from Earth?

Back

When the Moon is at position D in its orbit.

Front

What is the name of the moon phase where half of the Moon is illuminated?

Back

First Quarter.

Front

Why does the same side of the Moon always face Earth?

Back

The Moon revolves around Earth and rotates in about the same amount of time.

Front

What are the two main types of eclipses?

Back

Solar and lunar eclipses.

Front

What phase comes after the Full Moon?

Back

Waning Gibbous.

Front

What is the term for the phase when the Moon is not visible from Earth?

Back

New Moon.

Front

How long does it take for the Moon to complete one full orbit around Earth?

Back

Approximately 27.3 days.

Front

What is the effect of the Moon's gravitational pull on Earth?

Back

It causes tides.