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Why do we not see any of the light reflected off a new moon

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Answer:

During the new moon phase, no sunlight is reflected by the moon and the side that is all lit up is facing away from earth.

Step-by-step explanation:

During the new moon phase the moon is between the sun and earth and the side that is lit is facing away.

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