6th Grade Moon Phases

6th Grade Moon Phases

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Science, Education

6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Waxing Crescent Moon?

Back

A Waxing Crescent Moon is the phase of the moon where a small sliver of light is visible, increasing in size as it approaches the First Quarter.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does a Full Moon look like?

Back

A Full Moon appears as a complete bright circle in the night sky, fully illuminated by the sun.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a First Quarter Moon?

Back

A First Quarter Moon is when half of the moon is illuminated and visible from Earth, appearing as a half-circle.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a New Moon?

Back

A New Moon occurs when the moon is between the Earth and the sun, making it invisible from Earth.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many main moon phases are there?

Back

There are 8 main moon phases: New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, and Waning Crescent.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Waning Crescent Moon?

Back

A Waning Crescent Moon is the phase where the visible light of the moon is decreasing, appearing as a small sliver.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Waning Gibbous Moon?

Back

A Waning Gibbous Moon is when more than half of the moon is illuminated but is decreasing in size.

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