Exploring Moon Phases and Eclipses

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What is the first phase of the Moon in the lunar cycle?

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New Moon

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DOK Level 1: Recall

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Which phase of the Moon occurs when the entire face of the Moon is illuminated?

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Full Moon

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During which type of eclipse does the Earth come between the Sun and the Moon?

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Lunar Eclipse

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What is the term for the Moon phase when it is increasing in illumination?

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Waxing

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Which phase of the Moon is characterized by less than half of the Moon being illuminated and is decreasing?

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Waning Crescent

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What is the sequence of the lunar cycle starting from the New Moon?

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New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, Last Quarter

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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Why does a solar eclipse not occur every month?

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The Moon's orbit is tilted relative to the Earth's orbit around the Sun.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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What is the difference between a waxing and waning moon?

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Waxing means the Moon is getting larger, waning means it is getting smaller.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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Which type of eclipse occurs when the Moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun?

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Solar Eclipse

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DOK Level 1: Recall

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Identify the phase of the Moon when it is half illuminated and increasing.

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First Quarter

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