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What causes the Moon’s phases?
AThe Moon’s shadow falls on the Earth, blocking the sunlight.
BThe Sun lights up only one half of the Moon and as the Moon orbits the Earth we can sometimes see the unlit side of the Moon.
CThe Earth’s shadow falls on the Moon, blocking the sunlight.
DThe Sun lights up only one half of the Moon and as the Sun orbits the Earth we can sometimes see the unlit side of the Moon.
Correct answer
B. The Sun lights up only one half of the Moon and as the Moon orbits the Earth we can sometimes see the unlit side of the Moon.
Explanation
The Sun lights up only one half of the Moon and as the Moon orbits the Earth we can sometimes see the unlit side of the Moon. is the correct answer. Review the question and compare it with the other choices to remember this fact for future exams.