Name the moon phase
Moon Phases 4th grade

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waning crescent
Answer explanation
The waning crescent phase occurs after the last quarter, where the illuminated part of the moon decreases, appearing as a thin crescent. This distinguishes it from waxing phases, where the illumination increases.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Name the moon phase
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waxing gibbous
Answer explanation
The waxing gibbous phase occurs when the moon is more than half illuminated but not yet full. This phase follows the first quarter and precedes the full moon, making 'waxing gibbous' the correct answer.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Name the moon phase
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New Moon
Answer explanation
The New Moon phase occurs when the Moon is positioned between the Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from Earth. This is why the correct answer is New Moon, as it represents the start of the lunar cycle.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Name the moon phase
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Full Moon
Answer explanation
The Full Moon phase occurs when the Moon is fully illuminated by the Sun, making it appear round and bright in the night sky. This is the correct answer as it represents the peak of the lunar cycle.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Name the moon phase
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First Quarter
Answer explanation
The First Quarter moon phase occurs when half of the moon is illuminated and visible from Earth. This phase follows the New Moon and precedes the Full Moon, making it the correct answer.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Name the phase of the moon for letter a: First Quarter, Last Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Waning Gibbous
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First Quarter
Answer explanation
The First Quarter phase occurs when half of the moon is illuminated and visible from Earth. This phase is characterized by the right half of the moon being lit, making it the correct answer for letter a.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Name the phase of the moon for letter f
Back
Waning Gibbous
Answer explanation
The correct answer is Waning Gibbous, which refers to the phase of the moon when it is more than half illuminated but decreasing in illumination. This phase follows the Full Moon and precedes the Last Quarter.
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