Lunar and Solar Eclipse

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What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, casting a shadow on Earth.

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What phase of the Moon occurs during a solar eclipse?

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The Moon is in the New Moon phase during a solar eclipse.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to block sunlight from reaching the Moon.

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What phase of the Moon occurs during a lunar eclipse?

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The Moon is in the Full Moon phase during a lunar eclipse.

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What is the order of the Sun, Earth, and Moon during a solar eclipse?

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The order is Sun, Moon, Earth.

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What is the order of the Sun, Earth, and Moon during a lunar eclipse?

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The order is Sun, Earth, Moon.

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What is the significance of the Earth's shadow during a lunar eclipse?

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The Earth's shadow blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon, causing it to appear darkened.

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What are the two types of eclipses?

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The two types of eclipses are solar eclipses and lunar eclipses.

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What is the difference between a total and partial solar eclipse?

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A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon completely covers the Sun, while a partial solar eclipse occurs when only a part of the Sun is obscured.

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What is the difference between a total and partial lunar eclipse?

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A total lunar eclipse occurs when the entire Moon passes through Earth's shadow, while a partial lunar eclipse occurs when only a part of the Moon enters the shadow.

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