Sun, Earth, and Moon Review

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What is the full moon phase?

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The full moon phase occurs when the entire face of the moon is illuminated by the sun, making it appear fully round and bright in the night sky.

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If there is a full moon on March 2, when would the Third Quarter occur?

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The Third Quarter would occur on March 9.

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What season is represented in the Northern Hemisphere during Position 1?

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Winter.

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What is the waxing phase of the moon?

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The waxing phase of the moon is when it is growing or getting bigger, moving from a new moon to a full moon.

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How often do tides occur?

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Tides generally occur 2 times a day.

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What is a new moon?

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A new moon is a moon phase where the moon is not visible from Earth because the illuminated side is facing away from us.

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What is the Third Quarter moon phase?

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The Third Quarter moon phase occurs when half of the moon is illuminated and is decreasing in size, appearing as a half-moon.

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What is the difference between a waxing and waning moon?

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A waxing moon is growing in illumination, while a waning moon is decreasing in illumination.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the sun cause the seasons.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, blocking the sun's light.

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