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Phases and eclipses modeled — Homework

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Phases and eclipses modeled — Homework

Use this week's Moon phase and eclipse ideas for each problem.

  1. 1.Explain why we see Moon phases even though half of the Moon is always lit.
  2. 2.At which Moon phase can a solar eclipse occur, and why?
  3. 3.At which Moon phase can a lunar eclipse occur, and why?
  4. 4.True or false: a solar eclipse happens every single new moon. Explain.
  5. 5.Describe how you would use a ball and a lamp to demonstrate why Moon phases happen, step by step.
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