Lunar Phases

Front

The moon ___________ around the Earth

Back

revolves (orbits)

Front

What moon phase would be seen from Earth when the moon is at position 6?

Back

waning gibbous

Front

Which description best describes the movement of the earth and the moon?

Back

The earth rotates on its axis and the moon revolves around the earth.

Front

If the new moon is today, in about how many days should we see a first quarter moon?

Back

7 days

Front

If the first quarter moon is today, in about how many days should we see a third quarter?

Back

14 days

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 is the term for the gradual increase in the moon's visibility?

Back

Waxing

Front

What is the term for the gradual decrease in the moon's visibility?

Back

Waning