Exploring the Moon's Phases

What does it mean when we say the moon is non-luminous?

• It reflects light from the sun

• It creates its own light

• It absorbs light from the sun

• It can change its light

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Why does the moon appear to change shape?

• It rotates around the sun

• It moves closer to the sun

• Different parts are lit by the sun

• It changes its position relative to stars

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What is the first phase of the moon called?

• New moon

• Full moon

• First quarter

• Waxing crescent

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What is seen after the waxing crescent phase?

• Third quarter

• New moon

• First quarter

• Full moon

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What phase follows the full moon?

• Waxing crescent

• New moon

• Waning gibbous

• First quarter

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What does 'waning' mean in the context of the moon's phases?

• Getting smaller

• Rotating

• Changing color

• Getting larger

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During which phase is only half of the moon visible for the second time in the cycle?

• Waxing gibbous

• Third quarter

• New moon

• Full moon

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Which phase comes right before the new moon?

• Waning gibbous

• First quarter

• Waxing gibbous

• Waning crescent

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How long does it take for the moon to complete one lunar cycle?

• About 60 days

• About 45 days

• About 29.5 days

• About 15 days

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