Moon Phases, Eclipses & Tides

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a gibbous moon?
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A gibbous moon is a phase of the moon where more than half of the moon's surface is illuminated by the sun.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a crescent moon?
Back
A crescent moon is a phase of the moon where less than half of the moon's surface is illuminated by the sun.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What moon phase comes after a waxing crescent?
Back
The moon phase that comes after a waxing crescent is a first quarter moon.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a lunar eclipse?
Back
A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the moon.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When does a lunar eclipse occur?
Back
A lunar eclipse can only occur during a full moon.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a neap tide?
Back
A neap tide is a tide that occurs when the sun and moon are at a right angle relative to the Earth, resulting in the least difference between high and low tides.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a spring tide?
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A spring tide is a tide that occurs when the sun, moon, and Earth are aligned, resulting in the greatest difference between high and low tides.
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