What is the main reason we see different phases of the Moon?
Phases of the Moon

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1.
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The angle at which we see the lit Moon as it revolves around the Earth.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How much of the Moon is always reflecting light from the Sun?
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Half of the Moon is always illuminated; it's just not always facing Earth.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the duration of a complete Moon cycle?
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Around 1 month.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What phase of the Moon occurs at position #5 in the lunar cycle?
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Full Moon.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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List the phases of the Moon in order from new to full.
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New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Third Quarter, Waning Crescent.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a New Moon?
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The phase of the Moon when it is between the Earth and the Sun, and not visible from Earth.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a Full Moon?
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The phase of the Moon when it is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun, fully illuminated.
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