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Astronomy & UniverseEarth's Motion & Eclipses
Why do phases of the moon occur?
- A.Because the moon changes its shape periodically
- B.Because the moon emits its own light in cycles
- C.Because Earth's shadow falls on the moon every night
- D.Because the moon reflects sunlight towards usCorrect answer
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Practice these MCQs in the appQuick fact: Phases of the moon occur because the moon reflects sunlight towards us, and the visible illuminated portion changes as the moon orbits Earth.