Moon & Its Phases

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1.
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What is the Moon?
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The Moon is Earth's only natural satellite, orbiting around our planet.
2.
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What are the phases of the Moon?
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The phases of the Moon are the different shapes the Moon appears to take as it orbits Earth, including new moon, crescent, first quarter, gibbous, full moon, and last quarter.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What causes the Moon's phases?
Back
The Moon's phases are caused by the changing angles of sunlight as the Moon orbits Earth.
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What is a lunar mare?
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Lunar mare are the dark, flat areas on the Moon's surface formed by ancient volcanic eruptions.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does the Moon affect tides on Earth?
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The Moon's gravitational pull causes the water in Earth's oceans to bulge, creating high and low tides.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a gibbous moon?
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A gibbous moon is a phase where more than half of the Moon is illuminated but it is not yet full.
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How much larger is the Sun than the Moon?
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The Sun is about 400 times larger than the Moon.
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