Moon Phases January 2025

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What is a gibbous moon?

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A gibbous moon is a phase of the moon where more than half of the moon's surface is illuminated by the sun.

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What is a crescent moon?

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A crescent moon is a phase of the moon where less than half of the moon's surface is illuminated by the sun.

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What does waxing mean in relation to the moon?

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Waxing refers to the phase of the moon when it is becoming more illuminated, moving from new moon to full moon.

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What does waning mean in relation to the moon?

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Waning refers to the phase of the moon when it is becoming less illuminated, moving from full moon to new moon.

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What is a full moon?

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A full moon is a phase of the moon when the entire face of the moon is illuminated by the sun.

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What is a new moon?

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A new moon is a phase of the moon when the moon is between the Earth and the sun, and its illuminated side is facing away from the Earth.

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What is the first quarter moon?

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The first quarter moon is a phase where half of the moon's surface is illuminated and is visible from Earth.

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What is the last quarter moon?

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The last quarter moon is a phase where the opposite half of the moon's surface is illuminated compared to the first quarter.

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Can we see the moon during the day?

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Yes, we can see the moon during the day, especially during certain phases.

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What is the difference between waxing crescent and waning crescent?

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A waxing crescent is increasing in illumination, while a waning crescent is decreasing in illumination.