Exercise
Solar and Lunar Eclipses Basics
Understand the basic mechanics behind solar and lunar eclipses. Learn what happens when Earth, the Moon, and the Sun align in space.
Questions
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What is a solar eclipse?
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What is a lunar eclipse?
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Which object casts a shadow on Earth during a solar eclipse?
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Which object casts a shadow on the Moon during a lunar eclipse?
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During which moon phase can a solar eclipse occur?
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During which moon phase can a lunar eclipse occur?
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Why do eclipses NOT happen every month?
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What is the dark central part of a shadow during an eclipse called?
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What is the lighter outer part of a shadow during an eclipse called?
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What safety equipment is required to look at a solar eclipse safely?
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What color does the Moon often appear during a total lunar eclipse?
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What is the correct alignment of celestial bodies during a solar eclipse?