Question

question: 16
which phase is the moon in when the earth, sun, and moon are in the positions shown in the diagr
not drawn to scale

a. new moon

b. full moon

c. waxing crescent

d. waning gibbous

Explanation:

When the Moon is between the Earth and the Sun, it is in the new - moon phase. In this phase, the side of the Moon facing the Earth is not illuminated by the Sun.

Answer:

A. New moon