2023 Flashcard: Moon Phases and Seasons

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What is a Full Moon?

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A Full Moon is a lunar phase that occurs when the Moon is fully illuminated by the Sun, appearing as a complete circle in the sky.

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What is a New Moon?

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A New Moon is a lunar phase that occurs when the Moon is not visible from Earth because it is positioned between the Earth and the Sun.

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What is a Waxing Gibbous Moon?

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A Waxing Gibbous Moon is a lunar phase that occurs after the First Quarter and before the Full Moon, where more than half of the Moon is illuminated.

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What is a Waning Gibbous Moon?

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A Waning Gibbous Moon is a lunar phase that occurs after the Full Moon and before the Last Quarter, where more than half of the Moon is still illuminated but decreasing.

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How long does it take for the Earth to complete one rotation?

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It takes one day for the Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis.

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What is the Northern Hemisphere?

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The Northern Hemisphere is the half of the Earth that is north of the equator, experiencing different seasons than the Southern Hemisphere.

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What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during June, July, and August?

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Summer occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during June, July, and August.

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What is the First Quarter Moon?

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The First Quarter Moon is a lunar phase that occurs when half of the Moon is illuminated and is visible in the evening sky.

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What is the Last Quarter Moon?

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The Last Quarter Moon is a lunar phase that occurs when the Moon is half illuminated but is decreasing in visibility, appearing in the morning sky.

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What season occurs in the Southern Hemisphere during December, January, and February?

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Summer occurs in the Southern Hemisphere during December, January, and February.