Phases of the Moon

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What are the eight phases of the moon in order?

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New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, Waning Crescent.

Front

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

Back

Full Moon.

Front

What is the phase of the moon when it is not visible from Earth?

Back

New Moon.

Front

How long does it take for the moon to complete one full cycle of phases?

Back

About 29.5 days.

Front

What causes the different phases of the moon?

Back

The relative positions of the Earth, Moon, and Sun.

Front

What is the term for the moon phase that occurs after the new moon?

Back

Waxing Crescent.

Front

What is the term for the moon phase that occurs after the full moon?

Back

Waning Gibbous.

Front

What is the difference between a waxing and waning moon?

Back

A waxing moon is increasing in illumination, while a waning moon is decreasing in illumination.

Front

What is the first visible phase of the moon after a new moon?

Back

Waxing Crescent.

Front

What is the last visible phase of the moon before it becomes a new moon?

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Waning Crescent.