Moon Phases

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What is the cycle of the moon called?

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The cycle of the moon is called the lunar cycle, which lasts about a month.

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What causes the phases of the moon?

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The phases of the moon are caused by the moon's movement around Earth.

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How long does it take for the moon to go through all its phases?

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It takes about a month for the moon to go through all its phases.

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What is the phase of the moon when it appears as a bright round circle?

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The phase of the moon when it appears as a bright round circle is called the Full Moon.

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What is a New Moon?

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A New Moon is the phase when the moon is between the Earth and the sun, and it is not visible from Earth.

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What is a Full Moon?

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A Full Moon is the phase when the entire face of the moon is illuminated by the sun.

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What are the four main phases of the moon?

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The four main phases of the moon are New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, and Third Quarter.

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What is the term for the moon's path around Earth?

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The moon's path around Earth is called its orbit.

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What happens during a lunar eclipse?

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During a lunar eclipse, Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the moon, causing it to appear dark.

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What is the difference between a waxing and waning moon?

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A waxing moon is when the visible part of the moon is increasing, while a waning moon is when it is decreasing.

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