Phases of the Moon Flashcard

Front

What causes the phases of the Moon?

Back

The Moon’s position relative to the Earth and Sun

Front

During which phase of the Moon is it completely dark from Earth’s perspective?

Back

New Moon

Front

Which phase of the Moon comes after a waxing crescent?

Back

First Quarter

Front

A full Moon occurs when:

Back

The Earth is between the Sun and the Moon

Front

Which lunar phase occurs when half of the Moon's surface facing Earth is illuminated?

Back

Quarter Moon

Front

What must happen for a solar eclipse to occur?

Back

The Moon must be between the Sun and Earth

Front

What type of eclipse occurs when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon?

Back

Lunar eclipse

Front

A total solar eclipse can only occur during which lunar phase?

Back

New Moon

Front

Why don’t solar and lunar eclipses occur every month?

Back

The Moon’s orbit is tilted relative to the Earth’s orbit.

Front

What type of eclipse happens when only a part of the Moon enters Earth's shadow?

Back

Partial lunar eclipse