Why does the moon change shape? Wonders 2023

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Why does the moon seem to glow?

Back

The sun’s light bounces off its surface.

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What is the sun made of?

Back

The sun is a giant ball of boiling gases.

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Why were ancient people amazed by the Moon?

Back

Its shape seemed to constantly change.

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What does the word 'orbit' mean?

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When a planet revolves around another object in space.

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Which phases of the moon are seen twice during a full cycle?

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All phases are seen twice except the Full Moon and New Moon.

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What causes the phases of the moon?

Back

The position of the moon relative to the Earth and the sun.

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What is a New Moon?

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A phase of the moon when it is not visible from Earth.

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What is a Full Moon?

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A phase of the moon when it is fully illuminated by the sun.

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

Back

About 27.3 days.

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

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Orbit.