Moon Phases

Front

What is the average time it takes for the moon to complete one orbit around the Earth?

Back

28 days

Front

True or False: The moon generates its own light.

Back

False

Front

How many distinct phases does the moon undergo during its cycle?

Back

8

Front

What is the duration of a complete moon cycle commonly referred to as?

Back

A month

Front

What term describes the changes in the moon's appearance as seen from Earth?

Back

Phases

Front

What is the name of the phase when the moon is completely illuminated?

Back

Full Moon

Front

What is the phase called when the moon is not visible from Earth?

Back

New Moon

Front

During which phase does the moon appear as a thin crescent?

Back

Waxing Crescent

Front

What is the term for the phase when the moon is half illuminated and increasing in light?

Back

First Quarter

Front

What is the term for the phase when the moon is half illuminated and decreasing in light?

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Last Quarter