Moon Phases

Front

What appears to happen to the Moon as it goes through the cycle?

Back

The moon appears to change shape or get lighter and darker as it passes through its cyclic monthly phases.

Front

Why does the Moon look different at different times of the month?

Back

The different looks of the Moon are caused by changes in the relative positions of the Earth, Sun, and Moon.

Front

Waxing

Back

Getting bigger.

Front

Waning

Back

Getting smaller.

Front

How long does it take for the Moon to cycle through all of its phases?

Back

About one month

Front

How many times a year do we see a full moon?

Back

12-13

Front

In what phase can we not see the Moon from the Earth?

Back

New Moon

Front

In what position would a solar eclipse be possible? Options: Full Moon, New Moon, Waxing Crescent, Waning Crescent.

Back

New Moon

Front

In what position would a lunar eclipse be possible?

Back

Full Moon

Front

What would happen if the Moon's revolution speed was twice as fast as it is now?

Back

We would see more Full Moons in a year.