Phases Of The Moon Flashcards
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List the 8 phases of the Moon.
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New Moon, Waxing Crescent Moon, Quarter Moon, Waxing Gibbous Moon, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, Waning Crescent
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Why is the Moon visible from Earth?
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The Moon is visible from Earth because the Moon reflects light from the Sun.
2
Q
Draw the Phases the Moon (new moon, waxing crescent, first quarter, waxing gibbous, full moon, waning gibbous, last quarter and waning crescent)
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Drawing is needed
3
Q
What happens when the Moon is completely bathed in sunlight?
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A full moon happens
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Q
When does a new moon occur?
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A new moon occurs when the moon is positioned in between the Earth and the Sun.
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Q
When does a first quarter moon happen?
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A first quarter moon happens when the moon is at a 90 degree angle with the Earth and Sun.
