The changes in the phases of the Moon are caused by its position towards the Sun, not as it is commonly thought that it is because of the Earth's shadow on it.
What we see from the Moon, the bright part and the almost invisible dark part (looking with bear eyes of course), is only dependent on how the Moon is positioned towards the Sun. The part that is bright is the part that faces the Sun, while the part that is dark is the part that is on the opposite side, thus not facing the Sun.
Depending on the Moon's position towards the Earth as well, we can sometimes see it as partially bright, as half bright, full bright, and everything in between, and that depends on how the Moon is positioned towards the Earth.
Answer:
Given the time span you've noted, only territory on the Anatolian peninsula (modern-day Turkey) and a portion of Greek territory.
If you had your starting date in the 1500s rather than the 1400s, then you could name territories in the Middle East as well. Suleiman the Magnificent, sultan from 1520 to 1566, was responsible for much of the territorial expansion of the Ottoman Empire in the 16th century.
By the beginning of the 20th century, the Ottoman Empire was known as "the sick man of Europe," and other European powers were waiting to carve up its territory after it fell. (The Ottoman Empire came to an end after they were on the losing side in World War I.)
Complete Question (with options):
Which of the following terms best describes regions that make up the political geographic divisions within a country?
A. Cultural
B. Perceptual
C. Vernacular
D. Physical
E. Formal
Answer:
The best description of regions that make up the political geographic divisions within a country is called:
E. Formal
Explanation:
Formal regions are officially recognized divisions within a country. Some countries divide their regions into states, zones, areas, counties, and wards. These geographic divisions are made to enhance administration and ensure even development of the regions within the country. They are usually manned by political electees or appointees, depending on the system of government being practiced at the center.
