Moon Phases and Eclipses

Front

The shape of the Moon at a particular time is called __________.

Back

Phase

Front

Why do we know the phases of the moon for months that have not happened?

Back

The Moon moves in a regular pattern in the sky.

Front

What is shown in the image?

Back

Lunar Eclipse

Front

Based on the picture, what moon phase is visible from earth?

Back

Waning Gibbous

Front

What phase is shown?

Back

Last Quarter

Front

What is a Solar Eclipse?

Back

A Solar Eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

Front

What is a Lunar Eclipse?

Back

A Lunar Eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the Moon.

Front

What are the four main phases of the Moon?

Back

New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, Last Quarter.

Front

What is a Waxing Crescent Moon?

Back

A Waxing Crescent Moon is the phase where a small sliver of the Moon is illuminated and is increasing in size.

Front

What is a Waning Crescent Moon?

Back

A Waning Crescent Moon is the phase where a small sliver of the Moon is illuminated and is decreasing in size.