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What are the 12 phases of the moon in order?
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Here's the solution to the moon phases in order:

Step 2
: New Moon

- The first phase is the New Moon, where the moon is not visible from Earth - The moon is between the Earth and Sun, with its unilluminated side facing us

Final Answer

1. New Moon 2. Waxing Crescent 3. First Quarter 4. Waxing Gibbous 5. Full Moon 6. Waning Gibbous 7. Third Quarter 8. Waning Crescent (Cycles repeat)