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Suppose the moon emits light of its own. Would it still have phases? Justify your answer.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Moon Phases**: - The phases of the moon (new moon, crescent, first quarter, gibbous, full moon) are caused by the moon reflecting sunlight as it orbits the Earth. The amount of the moon's surface that is illuminated by the Sun changes as the moon moves in its orbit. 2. **Hypothetical Scenario**: - The question asks us to consider a scenario where the moon emits its own light instead of reflecting sunlight. ...
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