Moon Phases

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What is a lunar month?

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A lunar month is the time it takes for the Moon to complete one full cycle of phases, which is approximately 29.5 days.

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What is the Full Moon phase?

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The Full Moon is the phase when the entire face of the Moon is illuminated by the Sun, making it appear round and bright.

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What does 'waxing' mean in relation to the Moon?

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Waxing refers to the phases of the Moon when it appears to be getting larger, from New Moon to Full Moon.

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What is the New Moon phase?

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The New Moon is the phase when the Moon is between the Earth and the Sun, and its illuminated side is facing away from the Earth, making it invisible.

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What is the First Quarter phase?

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The First Quarter is the phase when half of the Moon's surface is illuminated, and it appears as a half-circle.

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What is the Last Quarter phase?

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The Last Quarter is the phase when the Moon is again half-illuminated, but the opposite side compared to the First Quarter.

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What is the difference between waxing and waning?

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Waxing means the Moon is getting larger, while waning means it is getting smaller.

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How many main phases does the Moon have?

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The Moon has four main phases: New Moon, First Quarter, Full Moon, and Last Quarter.

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What is a crescent moon?

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A crescent moon is a phase where less than half of the Moon is illuminated, appearing as a thin sliver.

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What is a gibbous moon?

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A gibbous moon is a phase where more than half of the Moon is illuminated but not yet full.