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What does the term 'New Moon' refer to?
What does the term 'New Moon' refer to?
What does a 'Full Moon' represent?
What does a 'Full Moon' represent?
Fully illuminated moon
Describe the appearance of the 'First Quarter' moon.
Describe the appearance of the 'First Quarter' moon.
Lit on the right side, dark on the left.
What is the characteristic of the 'Third Quarter' moon?
What is the characteristic of the 'Third Quarter' moon?
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How does the 'Waxing Gibbous' moon appear?
How does the 'Waxing Gibbous' moon appear?
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What is unique about the 'Waning Gibbous' phase?
What is unique about the 'Waning Gibbous' phase?
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What does the 'Waning Crescent' moon look like?
What does the 'Waning Crescent' moon look like?
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Describe the 'Waxing Crescent' moon.
Describe the 'Waxing Crescent' moon.
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Study Notes
Moon Phases Overview
- The moon goes through a cycle of phases influenced by its position relative to the Earth and Sun.
- The major phases of the moon are New Moon, Full Moon, First Quarter, and Third Quarter.
New Moon
- Marks the beginning of the lunar cycle.
- The moon is not visible from Earth as it is positioned between the Earth and the Sun.
Full Moon
- Occurs when the moon is fully illuminated by the Sun.
- The entire face of the moon is bright and visible from Earth.
First Quarter
- The moon is half illuminated, with the right side lit up.
- This phase occurs one week after the New Moon.
Third Quarter
- The opposite of the First Quarter, with the left side illuminated.
- The moon appears half-lit again, occurring three weeks after the New Moon.
Waxing Gibbous
- The moon is mostly illuminated, with a slight shadow on the left.
- Occurs after the First Quarter and before the Full Moon.
Waning Gibbous
- The moon is still mostly illuminated, but with a slight shadow on the right.
- Follows the Full Moon and precedes the Third Quarter.
Waxing Crescent
- The crescent shape is visible on the right side, with most of the left side dark.
- This phase occurs after the New Moon, leading up to the First Quarter.
Waning Crescent
- A crescent shape is visible on the left side, with most of the right side dark.
- This phase follows the Third Quarter and leads back to the New Moon.
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Test your knowledge on the different phases of the moon with this quiz. Each flashcard highlights key terms such as New Moon, Full Moon, and others involved in the lunar cycle. It's a perfect way to learn and remember the characteristics of each phase.
