I shine at night, but I'm not a star. I change shapes but I don't go far. What am I?
Category: Science · Difficulty: easy
Hint: Think about what lights up the night sky.
Answer
Lunar cycle
Explanation
The Moon reflects sunlight and goes through various phases, appearing different each night.
This is an easy science riddle — a good one for children and beginners. The answer is Lunar cycle.
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