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Phases of the moon occur because...

Phases of the moon occur because

A

We can see only that part of the moon which reflects light towards us.

B

Our distance from the moon keeps changing.

C

The shadow of the Earth covers only a part of the moon's surface.

D

The thickness of the moon's atmosphere is not constant.

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A
We can see only that part of the moon which reflects light towards us.
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