Moon Phases Flocabulary Flashcard

Front

What are the first five phases of the moon in order?

Back

new, crescent, quarter, gibbous, full

Front

What phase of the moon looks like a half circle?

Back

quarter

Front

What does it mean when the moon wanes?

Back

It goes from a full moon back to a new moon and seems to get smaller in size.

Front

Why does the moon appear larger than stars and planets?

Back

Because the planets and stars are farther away.

Front

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

Back

full moon

Front

What is the phase of the moon called when it is not visible?

Back

new moon

Front

What does a crescent moon look like?

Back

It looks like a thin slice or a banana.

Front

What is a gibbous moon?

Back

A gibbous moon is when more than half of the moon is illuminated but it is not yet full.

Front

How many phases does the moon go through in a complete cycle?

Back

Eight phases.

Front

What is the term for the moon's appearance getting larger?

Back

waxing.