The Phases of the Moon

The video explains that the Moon's light is a reflection of the Sun's light. It describes how the Moon appears in different phases due to its revolution around the Earth. The phases include New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, and Last Quarter. The process of the Moon becoming more visible is called waxing, while it becoming less visible is called waning. The cycle repeats as the Moon continues its orbit.

What is the primary reason we can see the Moon at night?

• The Moon is closer to the Earth at night.

• The Moon reflects sunlight.

• The Moon is larger than the Sun.

• The Moon emits its own light.

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

• Last Quarter Moon

• New Moon

• First Quarter Moon

• Full Moon

During which phase is the Earth positioned between the Sun and the Moon?

• New Moon

• First Quarter Moon

• Full Moon

• Last Quarter Moon

What is the process called when the visible part of the Moon increases?

• Eclipsing

• Waxing

• Waning

• Rotating

What happens to the Moon after the Full Moon phase?

• It starts to wane.

• It starts to wax.

• It remains full for several weeks.

• It becomes a New Moon immediately.