SOLAR SYSTEM

UNIVERSE

THE SUN

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is responsible for the moon’s illumination?
A
infrared rays
B
sunlight reflecting on the surface of the moon
C
sunlight bouncing off the earth’s atmosphere
D
gamma rays
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Moon gets its light from the Sun. In the same way that the Sun illuminates Earth, the Moon reflects the Sun’s light, making it appear bright in our sky.

Detailed explanation-2: -Moonlight is actually a reflected light as the moon is a natural satellite that is not a source of light. It reflects all the light from the sun.

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