Moon Phase Flashcard (8B.1)

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What is the New Moon phase?

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The New Moon is the phase of the moon when it is not visible from Earth because the side that is illuminated by the sun is facing away from us.

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How long is a lunar month?

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A lunar month is approximately 29.5 days.

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What does 'waxing' mean in relation to the moon?

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Waxing refers to the phases of the moon in which the lit part of the moon appears to be growing larger.

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What is the Last Quarter moon phase?

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The Last Quarter moon phase occurs when half of the moon is illuminated and is decreasing in size.

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What is the Full Moon phase?

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The Full Moon phase is when the entire face of the moon is illuminated and visible from Earth.

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What does 'waning' mean in relation to the moon?

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Waning refers to the phases of the moon in which the lit part of the moon appears to be decreasing in size.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is positioned between the sun and the moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the moon.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, blocking the sun's light.

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What is the difference between waxing gibbous and waning gibbous?

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Waxing gibbous is when the moon is more than half illuminated and increasing, while waning gibbous is when it is more than half illuminated and decreasing.

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What is the significance of the moon's phases?

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The moon's phases are significant for understanding the lunar cycle, which affects tides, animal behavior, and cultural events.