Moon Phases

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What is the New Moon phase?

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The New Moon phase occurs when the Moon is positioned between the Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from Earth.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.

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What is the Waxing Crescent phase?

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The Waxing Crescent phase is when a small sliver of the Moon becomes visible, increasing in size as it approaches the First Quarter.

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How many phases does the Moon go through?

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The Moon goes through 8 distinct phases in its lunar cycle.

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What is the Near Side of the Moon?

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The Near Side of the Moon is the side that is always facing Earth, while the Far Side is not visible from our planet.

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What is the Full Moon phase?

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The Full Moon phase occurs when the entire face of the Moon is illuminated by the Sun, making it fully visible from Earth.

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What is the Waning Gibbous phase?

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The Waning Gibbous phase is when the Moon is more than half illuminated but less than fully illuminated, decreasing in size.

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What is the First Quarter phase?

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The First Quarter phase occurs when half of the Moon is illuminated and visible from Earth, occurring about a week after the New Moon.

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What is the Last Quarter phase?

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The Last Quarter phase is when the Moon is again half illuminated, but the opposite side is lit compared to the First Quarter.

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What is the Waxing Gibbous phase?

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The Waxing Gibbous phase is when the Moon is more than half illuminated and is increasing in size, leading up to the Full Moon.