4.9 Patterns: Moon phases, Seasons, Shadows

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What is the phase of the moon when we see the left half lit?

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Third quarter moon.

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What is the phase of the moon when we see the right half lit?

Back

First quarter moon.

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What is the moon phase when it is between Earth and the Sun and cannot be seen?

Back

New moon.

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How long does it take for the moon to orbit the Earth?

Back

29.5 days.

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What is the phase of the moon when we see the entire moon lit?

Back

Full moon.

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What are the different phases of the moon called?

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New moon, first quarter moon, full moon, third quarter moon.

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What is a shadow?

Back

A dark area created when an object blocks light.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

Back

The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun.

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What is the term for the pattern of changing moon phases?

Back

Moon phases.

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What is the full moon phase?

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The phase when the entire face of the moon is illuminated.