When does the new Moon phase occur?

A. when Earth is between the Sun and the Moon
B. when the Moon is between Earth and the Sun
C. when the Sun is between Earth and the Moon
D. when the Sun and the Moon are on the Celestial Equator


Answer: B

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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