Phases of the Moon

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

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The Sun.

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

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The moon is decreasing in illumination after a full moon.

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

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New Moon.

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

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29.5 days.

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

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Full Moon.

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

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Lunar cycle.

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

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Full Moon.

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What is the phase of the Moon when it is not visible from Earth?

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New Moon.

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What is the term for the period when the Moon's illumination is increasing?

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Waxing.

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What is the term for the period when the Moon's illumination is decreasing?

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Waning.

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