Phases of the Moon

Front

When the Moon is directly between the Sun and the Earth, what phase would the Moon be in?

Back

New Moon

Front

What term is associated with the moons that are increasing in size (more light on them) each day?

Back

Waxing moons

Front

What phase of the moon is this?

Back

Waxing crescent

Front

What causes the different phases of the Moon?

Back

The angle at which we see the lit Moon as it revolves around the Earth.

Front

The Moon gets its light from

Back

It reflects the Sun's light

Front

About how long does it take the Moon to complete its cycle?

Back

around 1 month

Front

What phase of the moon is shown?

Back

waning gibbous

Front

Name the phase of the moon that comes BEFORE this moon phase: waning gibbous.

Back

waxing gibbous

Front

How much of the Moon is always reflecting light from the Sun?

Back

Half of the Moon is always illuminated; it's just not always facing Earth

Front

What is the phase of the Moon at position #5?

Back

Full Moon