Question

Suppose the moon emits light of its own. Would it still have
phases? Justify your answer.


NCERT Class VIII
Science - Exemplar Problems

Chapter 17. Stars and Solar System

Answer 1

If the moon emits light of its own then it would have no phases.
the moon does not have it's own light.It  shines due to the reflected light of the sun.Therefore, phrases are formed.If the moon emits it's own light then no shadows will be formed as a result no phases will also be formed.

Answer 2

no the phases would not be visible becuse they are due to different angles of reflection.