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Phases of the Moon

Phases of the Moon

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Science

6th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a waxing crescent moon?

Back

A waxing crescent moon is the phase of the moon where less than half of the moon is illuminated and is increasing in brightness.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a waning gibbous moon?

Back

A waning gibbous moon is the phase of the moon where more than half of the moon is illuminated and is decreasing in brightness.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'waxing' mean in relation to the moon?

Back

Waxing means growing or increasing in illumination.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'waning' mean in relation to the moon?

Back

Waning means decreasing in illumination.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a full moon?

Back

A full moon is the phase of the moon when it is completely illuminated as seen from Earth.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a new moon?

Back

A new moon is the phase of the moon when it is not visible from Earth because the illuminated side is facing away.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the difference between a gibbous moon and a crescent moon?

Back

A gibbous moon shows more than half of the bright side of the moon, while a crescent moon shows less than half.

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