Exploring Earth, Sun, and Moon: Phases of the Moon

The video explains that the moon does not produce its own light but reflects sunlight. It describes the phases of the moon, which are caused by the moon's revolution around Earth. The phases include the new moon, waxing crescent, first quarter, full moon, waning gibbous, and third quarter. The cycle takes about 28 days to complete, with the moon appearing to change shape due to varying sunlight reflection.

What causes the moon to appear in different shapes from Earth?

• The moon's surface is uneven.

• The moon's distance from Earth changes.

• The moon reflects sunlight differently.

• The moon changes its shape.

What is the phase called when the moon is not visible from Earth?

• New Moon

• Full Moon

• First Quarter

• Waning Crescent

During which phase does the moon appear as a small crescent?

• Waning Gibbous

• Full Moon

• Waxing Crescent

• New Moon

What is the position of Earth, Sun, and Moon during a full moon?

• Earth is between the Sun and Moon.

• Moon is between the Sun and Earth.

• Sun is between the Earth and Moon.

• Earth and Moon are on opposite sides of the Sun.

What is the term for the decreasing illuminated area of the moon?

• Gibbous

• Crescent

• Waning

• Waxing