Moon Phases and Alignments

The video explains the phases of the Moon, which occur as the Moon orbits the Earth every 27 days. It describes the alignment and appearance of each phase, from New Moon to Full Moon and back. The phases are caused by the relative positions of the Sun, Earth, and Moon. The video also provides visual alignments and mnemonic aids to help remember the phases. It concludes with a suggestion to explore a playlist for more information.

What is the approximate duration of the Moon's revolution around the Earth?

• 30 days

• 27 days

• 24 days

• 21 days

What causes the phases of the Moon?

• The Sun's movement

• The Earth's rotation

• The Moon's rotation

• The movements of the Sun, Earth, and Moon

What is the alignment of the Moon during the New Moon phase?

• The Moon is at a right angle to the Earth and Sun

• The Sun is between the Earth and the Moon

• The Earth is between the Sun and the Moon

• The Moon is between the Earth and the Sun

During which phase is the Moon's light portion growing?

• Waning Crescent

• Full Moon

• Waxing Gibbous

• Last Quarter

What is the shape of the Moon during the Waxing Crescent phase?

• Quarter

• Full

• Crescent

• Gibbous

How many degrees has the Moon traveled after 14 days since the New Moon?

• 90 degrees

• 135 degrees

• 180 degrees

• 270 degrees

What is the alignment of the Moon during the Full Moon phase?

• The Moon is between the Earth and the Sun

• The Earth is between the Sun and the Moon

• The Sun is between the Earth and the Moon

• The Moon is at a right angle to the Earth and Sun

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

• The Moon is new

• The Moon is full

• The light portion is shrinking

• The light portion is growing

During which phase is the light on the left side of the Moon?

• Last Quarter

• Waxing Crescent

• First Quarter

• Full Moon

How many days does it take for the Moon to complete one lunar cycle?

• 27 days

• 30 days

• 24 days

• 21 days