Lunar Cycle, Tides & Eclipses

What is the difference between Waxing and Waning?

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• Waxing is a term used for the full moon, while Waning is used for the new moon.

• Waxing is when the moon is visible during the day, and Waning is when it is visible at night.

• Waxing refers to the moon's phases in winter, while Waning refers to the phases in summer.

What is the Lunar Cycle?

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• The time it takes for the Earth to rotate on its axis.

• The period of time it takes for the Earth to revolve around the Sun.

• The cycle of tides caused by the Moon's gravitational pull.

What is a Waxing Crescent Moon?

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• A phase of the moon where more than half is illuminated and decreasing in size.

• A phase of the moon where the entire face is illuminated.

• A phase of the moon that occurs when it is completely dark.

What is the duration of one complete Lunar Cycle?

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• 30 days

• 28 days

• 31 days

How does the position of the Moon affect its phases?

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• The Moon's position has no effect on its phases; they are solely determined by the Earth's rotation.

• The Moon's position affects its temperature, which in turn influences its phases.

• The Moon's position changes its color, which is what defines its phases.

What type of eclipse occurs during a new moon?

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• Solar Eclipse

• Partial Eclipse

• Total Eclipse

What type of tides occur during a First or Third Quarter Moon?

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• Neap Tides

• King Tides

• Flood Tides

What type of tide occurs during a full or new moon?

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• Spring tide

• Ebb tide

• Flood tide

What is a Full Moon?

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• A phase of the moon when it is not visible

• A phase of the moon that occurs every month

• A phase of the moon that lasts for two weeks

What is a Waxing Gibbous Moon?

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• A phase where the moon is completely dark

• A phase where the moon is less than half illuminated

• A phase where the moon is fully illuminated