Question 70

The moon reflects light from the Sun.

The moon is known for reflecting sunlight, which is why it is visible from Earth during the night. This characteristic is a fundamental aspect of how we perceive the moon in the night sky.

A) It supplies heat to Earth.

This statement is incorrect because the moon does not generate or supply heat to Earth. Instead, it has a negligible effect on Earth's temperature and does not produce any heat of its own.

B) It can be seen only at night.

This statement is also incorrect. While the moon is often associated with nighttime visibility, it can also be seen during the day depending on its phase and position in the sky.

C) It reflects light from the Sun.

This statement is true as the moon does not emit its own light; rather, it reflects sunlight, which is why it appears bright in the night sky. This is the correct answer, highlighting the moon's role in reflecting solar light.

D) It has an atmosphere similar to Earth’s.

This statement is incorrect because the moon has a very thin and sparse atmosphere, lacking the substantial gases and conditions found in Earth's atmosphere. Therefore, it cannot support life as Earth does.

Conclusion

The correct answer accurately describes the moon's ability to reflect sunlight, which is a key physical characteristic. All other options fail because they either misrepresent the moon's properties, such as its inability to supply heat or possess a similar atmosphere to Earth, or inaccurately describe its visibility.