Moon Phases and Tides

Front

What are the changes in the moon's appearance called?

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Phases

Front

What does waxing mean in relation to the moon?

Back

Growing

Front

What type of tide occurs at a new or full moon?

Back

Spring tide

Front

What type of tide occurs at a first quarter or last quarter moon?

Back

Neap tide

Front

What is the phase of the moon when it is fully illuminated?

Back

Full

Front

What is the phase of the moon when it is not visible from Earth?

Back

New

Front

What is the term for the gradual decrease in the moon's visible surface?

Back

Waning

Front

What is the term for the gradual increase in the moon's visible surface?

Back

Waxing

Front

What is the effect of the moon's gravity on Earth's oceans?

Back

Tides

Front

What is the highest tide called that occurs during a full or new moon?

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Spring tide