Moon Phases, Eclipses and Tides

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What is the primary body responsible for Earth's tides?

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The Moon.

Front

What is the Moon phase when it is more than half illuminated but not fully illuminated?

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Waxing Gibbous.

Front

What does the term 'Waxing' refer to in relation to the Moon?

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It means the Moon is increasing in illumination, and the lighted part appears to be growing.

Front

What is the Moon phase that occurs immediately before the Waxing Gibbous?

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New Moon.

Front

What is the Moon phase characterized by a crescent shape that is increasing in illumination?

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Waxing Crescent.

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What is the effect of the Moon on Earth's tides compared to the Sun?

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The Moon has a greater effect on Earth's tides than the Sun.

Front

What is a lunar eclipse?

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A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the Moon.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light from reaching the Earth.

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What are the two main types of tides?

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Spring tides and Neap tides.

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What causes spring tides?

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Spring tides occur when the Sun, Moon, and Earth are aligned, resulting in higher high tides and lower low tides.