Illustration of Phases of the Moon

A horizontal sequence of grayscale images captures the captivating progression of the moon's phases. Starting with a slender crescent illuminated on the right, the series transitions through various waxing stages to a radiant full moon at its center, then continues to show the moon waning, ending with a delicate crescent lit on the left. Each celestial depiction is set against a deep, dark background, effectively illustrating the cyclical changes in the moon's appearance as it orbits Earth.

moon - phases - lunar cycle - astronomy - celestial - night sky - space - crescent - full moon