Moon phases and Tides

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What is the main reason the Moon has a greater influence on Earth tides than the Sun?

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The Moon is closer to the Earth.

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What does 'waning' mean in relation to the Moon phases?

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Waning means shrinking.

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What causes tides on Earth?

Back

Tides are caused by the interaction of Earth, the Moon, and the Sun.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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

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What is a New Moon?

Back

A New Moon is a phase of the Moon when it is not visible from Earth because it is between the Earth and the Sun.

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What is a Full Moon?

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A Full Moon is a phase of the Moon when it is fully illuminated as seen from Earth.

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What are the phases of the Moon?

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The phases of the Moon include New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, and Waning Crescent.

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What is the difference between a solar eclipse and a lunar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon.

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What is the gravitational effect of the Moon on Earth?

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The Moon's gravity pulls on the Earth's oceans, causing tides.

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What is the term for the highest point of a tide?

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The highest point of a tide is called a 'high tide'.