Phases of the moon and Tides

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What is the first phase of the moon after a new moon?

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Waxing Crescent.

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

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Full Moon.

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What is the phase of the moon that occurs halfway between a new moon and a full moon?

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First Quarter.

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What is the term for the gravitational pull of the moon on Earth?

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Tidal Force.

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How long does it take for the moon to complete one full cycle of phases?

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Approximately 29.5 days.

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What is the term for the highest point of a tide?

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High Tide.

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What is the term for the lowest point of a tide?

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Low Tide.

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What causes tides on Earth?

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The gravitational pull of the moon and the sun.

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What is the phase of the moon that occurs after the full moon?

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Waning Gibbous.

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What is the average time between high tides?

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Approximately 6 hours and 12.5 minutes.