Question

why do we see phases of the moon? (5 points)​

Answer 1

Explanation:

The Moon itself does not generate light; it is lit up by the Sun. As the Moon orbits the Earth, the portion of illuminated Moon that we see changes – giving rise to the phases of the Moon. ... Sometimes the Earth, Moon and Sun are aligned such that the Earth is directly between the Sun and the Moon.

Answer 2

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Explanation:

The Moon itself does not generate light; it is lit up by the Sun. As the Moon orbits the Earth, the portion of illuminated Moon that we see changes – giving rise to the phases of the Moon. ... Sometimes the Earth, Moon and Sun are aligned such that the Earth is directly between the Sun and the Moon.