Moon Phases Flashcard

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What causes the phases of the moon?

Back

The moon orbits the Earth.

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Label the objects: A. Sun, B. Moon, C. Earth.

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A. Sun, B. Moon, C. Earth.

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What can you expect to see in about a month if you see a gibbous moon tonight?

Back

You can expect to see a gibbous moon.

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What is the correct order of the Moon phases from new Moon to full Moon?

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new Moon, crescent Moon, first quarter Moon, gibbous Moon, full Moon.

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What is a gibbous moon?

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A gibbous moon is when more than half of the moon is illuminated but it is not yet full.

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What is a crescent moon?

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A crescent moon is when less than half of the moon is illuminated.

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What is a full moon?

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A full moon is when the entire face of the moon is illuminated.

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What is a new moon?

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A new moon is when the moon is between the Earth and the Sun, and is not visible from Earth.

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How long does it take for the moon to complete one full cycle of phases?

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About 29.5 days.

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What is the term for the shadow of the Earth that falls on the moon?

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Lunar eclipse.