Sun Moon and Stars I Check II

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What is a telescope?

Back

A telescope is an instrument that collects and focuses light to magnify distant objects, such as stars.

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How does a telescope help you see the stars better?

Back

By collecting and focusing more light to magnify stars.

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What is the Moon phase when it is getting bigger?

Back

Waxing.

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What is the Moon phase when it is getting smaller?

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Waning.

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What does 'waxing crescent' mean?

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It is a phase of the Moon where a small part of the Moon is illuminated and is increasing in size.

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What does 'waning gibbous' mean?

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It is a phase of the Moon where more than half of the Moon is illuminated but is decreasing in size.

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What is a constellation?

Back

A constellation is a group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the night sky.

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Why can't you see winter constellations in summer?

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They are on the other side of the Sun from Earth.

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What is the difference between a full Moon and a new Moon?

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A full Moon is when the entire face of the Moon is illuminated, while a new Moon is when the Moon is not visible from Earth.

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What is the significance of the Moon's position in the sky?

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The position of the Moon can indicate its phase and whether it is waxing or waning.