Question

infer examine the images. what is the difference between the quarter and third quarter moon? check your answer.

Explanation:

The first (quarter) moon (waxing) shows the right half illuminated as the moon moves from new to full. The third (quarter) moon (waning) shows the left half illuminated as the moon moves from full to new. The key difference is the illuminated portion's position (right for first quarter, left for third quarter) and the moon's phase progression (waxing vs. waning).

Answer:

The first (quarter) moon (waxing) has the right - half illuminated (as the moon is moving from new to full), while the third (quarter) moon (waning) has the left - half illuminated (as the moon is moving from full to new). The first quarter moon is a waxing phase (increasing illumination), and the third quarter moon is a waning phase (decreasing illumination).