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 a lunar month, which lasts about a month.

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What are the main phases of the moon?

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The main phases of the moon are New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, and Waning Crescent.

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What does 'Waning' mean in moon phases?

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'Waning' means that the visible part of the moon is decreasing.

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What does 'Waxing' mean in moon phases?

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'Waxing' means that the visible part of the moon is increasing.

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Which phase of the moon is fully illuminated?

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The Full Moon phase is fully illuminated.

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What is the position of the moon during a New Moon?

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During a New Moon, the moon is positioned between the Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from Earth.

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What causes the different phases of the moon?

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The different phases of the moon are caused by the changing angles of sunlight hitting the moon as it orbits the Earth.

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What is the 1st Quarter moon?

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The 1st Quarter moon is the phase where half of the moon is illuminated, specifically the right side.

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What is the term for the moon phase after a Full Moon?

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The term for the moon phase after a Full Moon is Waning Gibbous.

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What is the term for the moon phase before a New Moon?

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The term for the moon phase before a New Moon is Waning Crescent.