Phases of the Moon Review

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What are the phases of the Moon?

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The phases of the Moon are the different appearances of the Moon as seen from Earth, which change in a cycle due to the Moon's position relative to Earth and the Sun.

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Why are consistent patterns useful to scientists studying celestial bodies?

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Consistent patterns are easily modeled, allowing scientists to predict movements and changes in celestial bodies.

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How can you model the Moon's phases in the Earth-sun-moon system?

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You can model the Moon's phases by rotating around a bare light bulb while holding a ball in front of your body.

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What do we see during the quarter moon phase?

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During the quarter moon phase, we see half of the Moon's visible surface.

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Why do we always see the same side of the Moon from Earth?

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We always see the same side of the Moon because the Moon’s period of rotation equals its period of revolution around Earth.

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What is a new moon?

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A new moon is the phase when the Moon is between Earth and the Sun, making it invisible 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, making it fully visible from Earth.

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What is the significance of the first quarter moon?

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The first quarter moon is significant because it marks the halfway point between the new moon and full moon phases.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is directly between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the Moon.

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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 partially or completely.

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