While observing the sky, Hina noticed that the moon is round and bright on one night and a week later, only half the moon was visible. Which of the following options correctly defines this phase of moon?

Crescenting

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Whirling

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Waning

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Waxing

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Solution

The correct option is C
Waning

- The Moon goes through a cycle of changing its shape when revolving around the Earth.
- After the full moon phase, the moon visible from Earth starts to decrease in size which is known as waning.
-This happens due to its position and sunlight falling on it.

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