If the Moon is located at the vernal equinox on the first day of spring, what is the phase of the Moon?
A) first quarter
B) third quarter
C) full
D) new

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The Moon is in the "new" phase when it is located at the vernal equinox on the first day of spring, as it is aligned between the Earth and the Sun, making it invisible from Earth due to the side facing Earth not being illuminated.

If the Moon Is Located at the Vernal Equinox on the First