This simple animation illustrates how we observe the phases of Venus. As the planet revolves around the Sun, there are times of the year when it is observed completely lit up by the star and times when we only get it's dark side. The user can change the inclination of the observing plane, allowing a better understanding of the process.
M. Fowler and M. Timmins, Phases of Venus (2003), WWW Document, (http://galileoandeinstein.physics.virginia.edu/more_stuff/flashlets/PhasesofVenus.htm).
Fowler, M., & Timmins, M. (2007, July 24). Phases of Venus. Retrieved May 22, 2013, from http://galileoandeinstein.physics.virginia.edu/more_stuff/flashlets/PhasesofVenus.htm
Fowler, Michael, and Michael Timmins. Phases of Venus. July 24, 2007. http://galileoandeinstein.physics.virginia.edu/more_stuff/flashlets/PhasesofVenus.htm (accessed 22 May 2013).
Fowler, Michael, and Michael Timmins. Phases of Venus. 2003. 24 July 2007. 22 May 2013 <http://galileoandeinstein.physics.virginia.edu/more_stuff/flashlets/PhasesofVenus.htm>.
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