Solar System and Moon Phases

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How many phases does the moon go through?

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The moon goes through 8 phases.

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How long does it take for the moon to go through all its phases?

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The moon takes about 28 days or a month to go through all its phases.

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What is the waxing gibbous phase?

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The waxing gibbous phase is when the moon is more than half illuminated but not yet full.

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In which direction does the moon orbit Earth?

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The moon orbits Earth in a counterclockwise direction.

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What is an asteroid?

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An asteroid is a small rocky body that orbits a star, often found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

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What is the full moon phase?

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The full moon phase is when the entire face of the moon is illuminated by the sun.

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What is the new moon phase?

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The new moon phase is when the moon is between the Earth and the sun, and its illuminated side is facing away from Earth.

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What is the difference between a comet and an asteroid?

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A comet is made of ice and dust and has a tail when close to the sun, while an asteroid is made of rock and metal.

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What is the last quarter moon phase?

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The last quarter moon phase is when half of the moon is illuminated and it is decreasing in light.

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What causes the different phases of the moon?

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The different phases of the moon are caused by the changing positions of the moon, Earth, and sun.