Solar Eclipse

Front

What hid the sun?

Back

the moon

Front

What is it called when the moon completely covers the sun?

Back

umbra

Front

What is the longest a solar eclipse can last?

Back

7 1/2 minutes

Front

Why can't you watch a solar eclipse without glasses?

Back

Harmful UV Rays

Front

For a solar eclipse to occur, what has to happen?

Back

The moon must be directly between Earth and the Sun.

Front

During a solar eclipse, what is blocked?

Back

The sun is blocked

Front

True or False: You must wear your eclipse goggles at all times except during totality due to safety reasons.

Back

True

Front

The closest star to the Earth. A huge ball of gas.

Back

sun

Front

What is the darkest inner part of the shadow cone called, where a total eclipse can be viewed?

Back

Umbra

Front

The sun is the ____ star to the Earth.

Back

closest