Eclipses Flashcards
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What causes a solar eclipse?
A
The moon’s shadow falls on earth. The moon passes between the sun and earth blocking the suns light.
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What phase is the moon in when a lunar eclipse occurs?
A
Full moon
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What phase is the moon in when a solar eclipse occurs?
A
New moon
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What causes a lunar eclipse?
A
The earth’s shadow falls on the moon. The earth passes between the moon and the sun. Moon passes through earth’s shadow.
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Q
What are the two types of Eclipses?
A
Solar and Lunar
