Moon Phases & Eclipses 2025

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What is a Solar Eclipse?

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An event where the Moon blocks the Sun from reaching the Earth.

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What is a Lunar Eclipse?

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An event where the Moon moves into Earth's shadow and is no longer reached by direct sunlight.

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What are the four main phases of the Moon?

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New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, Last Quarter.

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How long does it take for the Moon to complete one full cycle of phases?

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About 29 days.

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Why does the Moon appear to shine?

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The Moon reflects light from the Sun.

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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 blocks the Sun, while a Lunar Eclipse occurs when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon.

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What is the New Moon phase?

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The phase when the Moon is between the Earth and the Sun, and is not visible from Earth.

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What is the Full Moon phase?

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The phase when the entire face of the Moon is illuminated by the Sun and is fully visible from Earth.

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What causes the different phases of the Moon?

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The changing positions of the Moon, Earth, and Sun relative to each other.

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What is the First Quarter phase?

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The phase when half of the Moon is illuminated and visible from Earth.