Phases of the Moon

Front

What do we call the phase of the moon when it appears to get smaller?

Back

Waning

Front

Where does the Moon get its light from?

Back

The Sun

Front

What do the Earth and Moon do around the Sun?

Back

Revolve

Front

What is the Moon classified as?

Back

Satellite

Front

What is the name of the moon phase when it is half illuminated and appears as a 'D' shape?

Back

First Quarter

Front

What is the name of the moon phase when it is completely illuminated?

Back

Full Moon

Front

What is the name of the moon phase when it is not visible from Earth?

Back

New Moon

Front

What is the term for the path the Moon takes around the Earth?

Back

Orbit

Front

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

Back

About 29.5 days

Front

What is the term for the phase of the moon when it is increasing in illumination?

Back

Waxing