Exploring Earth, Sun, and Moon: Phases of the Moon

The video explains that the moon does not produce its own light but reflects sunlight. It describes the phases of the moon, which are caused by the moon's revolution around Earth. The phases include the new moon, waxing crescent, first quarter, full moon, waning gibbous, and third quarter. The cycle takes about 28 days to complete, with the moon appearing to change shape due to varying sunlight reflection.

What causes the moon to appear to have different shapes?

What is the cycle of the moon phases and how long does it take?

Describe the position of the Earth, Moon, and Sun during a new moon.

What happens to the moon's appearance during the waxing phase?

Explain the difference between waxing and waning phases of the moon.