Patterns in Space

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What is a Waxing Crescent?

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A moon phase where the illuminated part of the moon is increasing, appearing as a thin crescent shape.

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

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One day.

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What direction is the Earth's axis pointed during winter?

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Away from the sun.

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What season occurs when the area you live in tilts away from the sun?

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Winter.

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What is the Lunar Cycle?

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The Moon’s repeated pattern of movement and changes in appearance due to its revolution around Earth.

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What is the shape of the Earth?

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Round, like a sphere.

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What causes day and night on Earth?

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The rotation of Earth on its axis.

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What is the term for the path the Earth takes around the Sun?

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Orbit.

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What is a full moon?

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A moon phase where the entire face of the moon is illuminated.

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What is the difference between a waxing and waning moon?

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Waxing means the moon is getting bigger, while waning means it is getting smaller.

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