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Lesson 64 of 84 · Space
ExperimentThe Moon and Its Phases (Part 4)
What You'll Learn
The moon orbits Earth about once every 27 days. We see different moon phases (new, crescent, quarter, gibbous, full) because the sun illuminates different portions as it orbits.
Key Words
- nebula
- gravity
Materials Needed
- black paper
- foil
- scissors
Safety First
- Tie back long hair before starting the experiment.
- Protect your work surface with newspaper or plastic.
- Adult supervision recommended.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Read and learn: The moon orbits Earth about once every 27 days. We see different moon phases (new, crescent, quarter, gibbous, full) because the sun illuminates different portions as it orbits.
Step 2 — Do
Conduct the experiment by following the instructions.
Step 3 — Observe
Look for patterns in your observations.
Step 4 — Record
Make a graph or chart showing your results.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3What causes moon phases?