Sun Earth Moon System Chapter Test

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What is waxing in relation to the Moon?

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Waxing refers to the phase of the Moon when it is becoming more illuminated each night.

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What occurs after the full moon?

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Waning gibbous is the phase that occurs after the full moon.

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How long does the cycle of the Moon last?

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The cycle of the Moon lasts about a month.

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What is the central, darker part of a shadow called?

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The central, darker part of a shadow is called the umbra.

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Which phase of the Moon does not reflect any sunlight toward Earth?

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The New Moon phase does not reflect any sunlight toward Earth.

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What is the term for the lighter outer part of a shadow?

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The lighter outer part of a shadow is called the penumbra.

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What phase comes before the new moon?

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The phase that comes before the new moon is the waning crescent.

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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 by the Sun.

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What is the term for the Moon's orbit around the Earth?

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The Moon's orbit around the Earth is called a lunar orbit.

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How many phases does the Moon go through in a lunar cycle?

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The Moon goes through eight distinct phases in a lunar cycle.

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