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2 articles for "Increasing in Light"

Increasing in Light [Astro*Index]

Refers to the phase of the Moon, from the moment of New Moon until the following Full Moon, during which time illumination increases. Identical to waxing. Opposite of Decreasing in Light, or waning.

See also:
♦ Lunar Phases ♦ Wax ♦ Decreasing In Light
Increasing in Light [DeVore]

Usually said of the Moon, but equally applicable to any planet which, on leaving a conjunction with the Sun, increases in light, as viewed from the Earth; and as it recedes from the opposition, decreases in light.

See also:
♦ Lunar Phases ♦ Wax ♦ Decreasing In Light

 

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