As I have not observed the moons of other planets I cannot answer, but our moon does not reflect sunlight. In order for a reflection to be seen by an observer both the source of the light (sun) and the reflective surface (moon) would have to be in line with each other. The moon actually is a battery which absorbs solar energy and then releases it. I, as of yet, have no idea why or how the moon “works” but I am absolutely positive it does not reflect sunlight.

travishead356845 - 03 March 2019 01:42 AM

As I have not observed the moons of other planets I cannot answer, but our moon does not reflect sunlight. In order for a reflection to be seen by an observer both the source of the light (sun) and the reflective surface (moon) would have to be in line with each other. The mcdvoice  moon actually is a battery which absorbs solar energy and then releases it. I, as of yet, have no idea why or how the moon “works” but I am absolutely positive it does not reflect sunlight.

yeah that’s correct

Well, there is a flaw in your assumption: our ‘Moon’ is exactly that. Using the term “moon” generically could confuse readers when referring to other natural satellites. Otherwise, I am very interested in learning more about your theory. Report back here when you have figured out how the moon glows to emit what we normal English-speaking Earthlings would call “moonlight”.

Thanks