Moon Phases and Eclipses Review

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What moon phase does a solar eclipse occur during?

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New Moon

Front

What moon phase does a lunar eclipse occur during?

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Full Moon

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Name the moon phase that is also known as the third quarter.

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Last Quarter

Front

What term describes the moon's shape appearing to get smaller?

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Waning

Front

When does a solar eclipse occur?

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Daytime

Front

What is the term for the moon phase when it is completely illuminated?

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Full Moon

Front

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

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New Moon

Front

What is the term for the moon phase when it is increasing in illumination?

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Waxing

Front

What is the term for the moon phase when it is decreasing in illumination?

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Waning

Front

What is the name of the phase that occurs halfway between a new moon and a full moon?

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First Quarter