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Which of the following is the phase that results when the Moon is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun?

A.
Quarter Moon
B.
Crescent Moon
C.
New Moon
D.
Full Moon

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D. Full moon, because the moon is on the opposite side of the sun

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Full phase occurs when the Moon is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun and we see only the illuminated side. On that day it rises as the Sun is setting and sets and the Sun is rising. It is visible all night long.
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