Which statements about moon phases In a lunar month are true?

Choose more than one answer.

1. The same pattern of phases repeats monthly

2. Waxing moon phases are visible between the new and full moon

3. A lunar eclipse occurs at least once per lunar month

4. Phases are created in part by Earth's shadow on the moon

5. Each lunar month begins and ends with a new moon

6. A full moon appears toward the middle of a lunar month

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Lea Gilmore

Chemistry

31 October, 14:52

Which statements about moon phases In a lunar month are true?

Choose more than one answer.

1. The same pattern of phases repeats monthly

2. Waxing moon phases are visible between the new and full moon

3. A lunar eclipse occurs at least once per lunar month

4. Phases are created in part by Earth's shadow on the moon

5. Each lunar month begins and ends with a new moon

6. A full moon appears toward the middle of a lunar month

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Yadiel Schroeder · Answer 1

1. The same pattern of phases repeats monthly

2. Waxing moon phases are visible between the new and full moon

6. A full moon appears toward the middle of a lunar month

Explanation:

Moon has eight phases which is used by the ancient people for the identification of date of the month. Phases of moon tells us about the starting, middle and end of the month. At the starting of the month, waxing crescent appears while at the middle of the month, the moon gains its full shape. Phases which occurs between new and full moon is known as waxing.