Ancient Astronomy Observations
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What was the purpose of using a gnomon in ancient civilizations?

  • To observe the motion of the sun (correct)
  • To create ancient calendars
  • To track the movements of stars
  • To predict natural disasters

    • What can be observed from the shadows cast by a gnomon?

  • The path of the sun (correct)
  • The movement of planets
  • The rotation of the Earth
  • The orbit of the moon

    • How often does the moon change its appearance?

  • Every 14 days
  • Every 7 days
  • Every 29.5 days (correct)
  • Every 30 days

    • What changes can be observed in the moon's appearance?

    <p>It changes from a thin semi-circular disk to a full circular disk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the basis of ancient calendars?

    <p>The phases of the moon</p> Signup and view all the answers

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