Question

the model below shows the moon at one position in its orbit around earth. the white half of the moon represents the part of the moon that is lit up by the sun. select the phase of the moon shown in the model.

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the Moon's position relative to Earth and Sun

The model shows the Moon with a small portion lit (white half). The waxing crescent phase occurs when the Moon is between the new Moon and the first - quarter phase, with a small increasing illuminated portion.

Step2: Compare with phase definitions

• New Moon: Moon is between Earth and Sun, not visible from Earth (completely dark).
• Waxing crescent: A small sliver of the Moon is illuminated (matches the model).
• First quarter: Half of the Moon is illuminated.

Answer:

Waxing crescent.