Moon Phases? Flashcards
1
Q
Was phase is it when the moon is facing away from the sun?
A
The full moon
2
Q
What phase is it called when it has already become a full moon and is becoming a new phase?
A
A waning gibbous.
3
Q
What is the moon when it is facing the sun?
A
A new moon.
4
Q
What is the phase that comes after the first quarter?
A
A waxing gibbous.
5
Q
What is the phase that is after the waning gibbous?
A
The Last quarter.
6
Q
What is the phase after the waxing crescent?
A
The First quarter.
7
Q
What is the phase that is called after the last quarter?
A
The waning crescent.
8
Q
What is the phase called after the the new moon and before the first quarter?
A
The waxing crescent.
