We can only see that part of the Moon which reflects sunlight towards us Class 8

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We can only see that part of the Moon which reflects sunlight towards us Class 8

State whether the following statements are True or False. Class 8

(i) We can only see that part of the Moon which reflects sunlight towards us. Class 8

Answer:

True. We can only see the part of the Moon that reflects sunlight towards us. The rest is in shadow and not visible.

(ii) The shadow of Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon, causing phases. Class 8

Answer:

False. The phases of the Moon are caused by the changing angles of sunlight hitting the Moon as it orbits Earth, not by the Earth's shadow blocking sunlight from reaching the Moon.

(iii) Calendars are based on various astronomical cycles which repeat in a predictable manner. Class 8

Answer:

False. The phases of the Moon are caused by the changing angles of.sunlight hitting the Moon as it orbits Earth, not by the Earth's shadow blocking sunlight from reaching the Moon.

(iv) The Moon can only be seen at night. Class 8

Answer:

False, The Moon can be seen during the day as well as at night, especially during certain phases like the first quarter and gibbous phases.

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