Moon & Its Phases

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What is the Moon?

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The Moon is a natural satellite that orbits the Earth.

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What causes the phases of the Moon?

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The phases of the Moon are caused by the changing positions of the Moon, Earth, and Sun.

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What are the main phases of the Moon?

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The main phases are New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, and Last Quarter.

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What is a New Moon?

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A New Moon is when the Moon is between the Earth and the Sun, and we cannot see it.

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What is a Full Moon?

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A Full Moon occurs when the Earth is between the Moon and the Sun, and the entire face of the Moon is illuminated.

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How long does it take for the Moon to complete one cycle of phases?

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It takes about 29.5 days for the Moon to complete one cycle of phases.

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What is the difference between a waxing and a waning Moon?

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A waxing Moon is getting larger, while a waning Moon is getting smaller.

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What is a First Quarter Moon?

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A First Quarter Moon is when half of the Moon is illuminated and visible from Earth.

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What is a Last Quarter Moon?

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A Last Quarter Moon is when the opposite half of the Moon is illuminated compared to the First Quarter.

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What is a crescent Moon?

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A crescent Moon is when less than half of the Moon is illuminated.