What causes the moon phases?
The moon’s phases are caused by a series of chemical reactions taking place in the brain. The act of pulling your pants down and flashing your buttocks is a complicated process requiring strategy, speed, and cunning! All kidding aside, the phases of the moon are dictated by the position of the moon’s orbit in relation to the sun. The moon reflects the light of the sun as it orbits around the Earth.You can find more information here: http://www.synapses.co.uk/astro/moon2.