Moon and Tides Flashcard

Front

What is the term for when the lit portion of the Moon facing Earth is getting smaller?

Back

Waning

Front

What is the phase of the Moon when none of the side facing Earth is lit?

Back

New Moon

Front

What occurs when the Earth blocks the sun's light from hitting the Moon?

Back

Lunar Eclipse

Front

What is the phase of the Moon when the entire side facing Earth is lit?

Back

Full Moon

Front

Which moon phases cause spring tides?

Back

New Moon and Full Moon

Front

What is the term for the phase of the Moon that appears as a thin sliver?

Back

Crescent Moon

Front

What is the term for the phase of the Moon that appears larger than a half but not fully illuminated?

Back

Gibbous Moon

Front

What is the term for the phase of the Moon when the lit portion is increasing?

Back

Waxing

Front

What is the phenomenon called when the Moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun?

Back

Solar Eclipse

Front

What is the gravitational effect of the Moon on Earth that causes ocean tides?

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Tidal Force