Activity 11.1 Let us explore (Page 171 - 172) Table 11.1 Documenting Changes in the Moon’s Appearance Class 8

Activity 11.1 Let us explore (Page 171 - 172) Class 8

Activity 11.1 Let us explore (Page 171 - 172) Class 8

Table 11.1: Documenting Changes in the Moon’s Appearance

Answer:

1. Did the Moon appear different each day? Class 8

Answer:

Yes, its visible shape (phase) changed daily.

2. Was the Moon visible on all days? Class 8

Answer:

Yes, during these three days, it was visible at sunset.

3. Did the Moon appear at the same position in the sky as on the previous day? Class 8

Answer:

No, it appeared closer to the Sun and lower in the sky each day.

4. Why does the illuminated portion of the Moon seen from the Earth decrease when it appears closer to the Sun? Class 8

Answer:

When the Moon comes closer to the Sun in the sky, we see less of its sunlit side because the sunlight falls mostly on the part facing away from Earth. That's why the bright portion looks smaller - the Moon is moving toward the new moon phase.