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there are 8 phases of the moon: #1 new moon, #2 new crescent, #3 first quarter. #4 waxing gibbous, #5 full moon, #6 waning gibbous, #7 last quarter, #8 waning crescent. hope this helps!!

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How long does it take the moon to complete revolution and rotation motions?

it takes approximately 29 and one thirds days.


The three movements of the moon?

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How can you use the revolution motions within the SunEarth and Moon system to explain the predictable pattern of the lunar cycle?

The lunar cycle is a result of the Moon's revolution around the Earth, combined with the Earth's revolution around the Sun. As the Moon orbits the Earth approximately every 29.5 days, its position relative to the Earth and Sun changes, leading to the different phases of the Moon—new moon, first quarter, full moon, and last quarter. This predictable pattern occurs because the alignment of the Earth, Moon, and Sun varies in a cyclical manner, allowing us to anticipate the appearance of the Moon in its various phases throughout the month. Thus, the interactions of these celestial motions create a regular and observable lunar cycle.


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