The many gears not only moved in a way that could indicate the phases of the Moon.

这些齿轮的转动并不仅仅能显示出月相。

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In its original state, there were rotating dials and other indicators on the top, with letters and drawings showing the Sun, the phases of the moon and different constellations.

最初，它的顶部有旋转的刻度盘和其他指示物，上面的字母和图画描绘了太阳、月相和不同的星座。

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Atmospheric pressure, which changes with the phases of the moon, can also affect the taste.

随月球运行周期的改变而改变的大气压力也会影响到口感。

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The phases of the moon occur due to cycles among the moon, the earth and the sun.

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Still, although it is widely believed that the phases of the moon affect behaviour, psychologists have yet convincingly to prove it.

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Mr Duncan starts with a Stone Age astronomer who observed the phases of the moon, and marked them by carving notches on an eagle's bone.

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