Moon tides eclipses

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What type of moon is required for a solar eclipse?

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New moon.

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Why do eclipses not occur every month?

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Because the Moon's orbit is inclined to Earth's orbit.

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What is the result of the Moon passing into Earth's shadow?

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A lunar eclipse.

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What is the name of the moon phase that comes after a full moon and before a new moon?

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Waning crescent.

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When did the highest tide occur based on the data provided?

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July 12 at 9:10 pm.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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An event where the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to fall on the Moon.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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An event where the Moon comes between the Sun and the Earth, blocking the Sun's light.

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

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Full moon.

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

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New moon.

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What is the term for the gravitational pull of the Moon on Earth that causes tides?

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Lunar gravitational pull.