Moon Phases

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What is the cycle of the moon called?

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The cycle of the moon is called the lunar cycle.

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How long does the lunar cycle last?

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The lunar cycle lasts about a month.

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

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The phase of the moon when it is completely illuminated is called the full moon.

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What is the phase of the moon when it is not visible from Earth?

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The phase of the moon when it is not visible from Earth is called the new moon.

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What do we call the phase of the moon that is growing larger?

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The phase of the moon that is growing larger is called waxing.

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What do we call the phase of the moon that is getting smaller?

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The phase of the moon that is getting smaller is called waning.

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What is the first phase of the lunar cycle?

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The first phase of the lunar cycle is the new moon.

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What is the last phase of the lunar cycle?

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The last phase of the lunar cycle is the new moon.

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

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The phase of the moon halfway between new moon and full moon is called the first quarter.

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

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The phase of the moon halfway between full moon and new moon is called the last quarter.