Why does the moon change shape? Wonders 2023

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What are the phases of the moon?

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

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Which phases are seen twice during a full cycle?

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All phases are seen twice except the Full Moon and New Moon.

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What does 'rotation' mean in relation to planets?

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Rotation is when a planet spins around while staying in the same place.

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Why did ancient people find the Moon fascinating?

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Ancient people were amazed by the Moon because its shape seemed to constantly change.

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What is expository text?

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Expository text is writing that explains factual information, often using diagrams, historical drawings, and subheadings.

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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 and appears round.

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What is a New Moon?

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A New Moon is the phase when the Moon is not visible from Earth because it is between the Earth and the Sun.

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What is the Last Quarter Moon?

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The Last Quarter Moon is the phase when half of the Moon is illuminated and it appears as a half-circle.

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What is a Waxing Crescent Moon?

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A Waxing Crescent Moon is the phase after a New Moon when a small sliver of the Moon begins to be illuminated.

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What is a Waning Gibbous Moon?

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A Waning Gibbous Moon is the phase after a Full Moon when more than half of the Moon is illuminated but decreasing.