Phases of the Moon

Phases of the Moon

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Science

5th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS1-1

Standards-aligned

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What celestial body helps us see the phases of the moon?

Back

The Sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean if the moon is described as 'waning'?

Back

The moon is decreasing in illumination after a full moon.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the phase of the Moon when it is positioned directly between the Earth and the Sun?

Back

New Moon.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How long does it take for the Moon to complete one full revolution around the Earth?

Back

29.5 days.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What phase of the Moon occurs when the Earth is positioned between the Moon and the Sun?

Back

Full Moon.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for the cycle of phases the Moon goes through?

Back

Lunar cycle.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the phase of the Moon when it is fully illuminated?

Back

Full Moon.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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