The Moon And It's Phases Flashcards
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What is a full moon?
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You are able to see one full side of the moon
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What is tidal locking?
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Tidal locking occurs because the moon has the same rotation and Revolution time, creating what we call the “dark side” of the moon.
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What is a new moon?
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There is no direct reflection
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What does waning mean?
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Losing reflective surface area
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What does waxing mean when used in astrology terms?
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Gaining reflective surface area
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What are quarters in astrology terms?
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We see 1/2 of one side of the moon
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What does gibbous mean?
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The phases between full and quarter moons
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What does crescent mean?
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Phases between new and quarter moons
