Moon Phases and Eclipse Review

A waxing crescent moon is the phase of the moon where less than half of the moon is illuminated, and it is increasing in visibility. It occurs after the new moon and before the first quarter.

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking all or part of the Sun's light from reaching the Earth.

A lunar eclipse happens when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the Moon.

Special eye wear protection, such as eclipse glasses, should be worn to avoid damage to the eyes when viewing a solar eclipse.

No, not everyone can see a solar eclipse. It is only visible from certain areas on Earth depending on the alignment of the Earth, Moon, and Sun.

A solar eclipse occurs during the day when the Moon blocks the Sun, while a lunar eclipse occurs at night when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon.

The full moon phase is when the entire face of the Moon is illuminated by the Sun, making it appear round and bright in the night sky.

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

A supermoon occurs when a full moon coincides with the Moon's closest approach to Earth in its orbit, making it appear larger and brighter.

The first quarter moon is the phase where half of the Moon is illuminated and visible from Earth, occurring about a week after the new moon.