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Large dark patches on the Moon are known as __________?
A
Dark matter
B
Maria, or seas, even though there is no water on the Moon
✓ Official correct answer
C
Maria, or seas, because they are filled with water
D
Moon spots
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A
Dark matter
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B
Maria, or seas, even though there is no water on the Moon
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C
Maria, or seas, because they are filled with water
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D
Moon spots
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Explanation
They are maria (\"seas\") without water.
Hence the keyed answer is Maria, or seas, even though there is no water on the Moon.
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