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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, blocking all or part of the Sun's light from reaching the Earth.

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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 fall on the Moon.

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What are the phases of the Moon?

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The phases of the Moon include New Moon, Waxing Crescent, First Quarter, Waxing Gibbous, Full Moon, Waning Gibbous, Last Quarter, and Waning Crescent.

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How long does it take for the Moon to complete one full cycle of phases?

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It takes about 29.5 days for the Moon to complete one full cycle of phases, known as a lunar month.

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What is the significance of the First Quarter Moon?

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The First Quarter Moon is the phase where half of the Moon is illuminated and visible from Earth, occurring about a week after the New Moon.

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How many days after a full moon does a new moon occur?

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A new moon occurs approximately 14 days after a full moon.

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What is the angle of sunlight and its effect on seasons?

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The angle at which sunlight reaches the Earth changes throughout the year, affecting the amount of solar energy received and causing the seasons.

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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 by the Moon.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun cause the seasons, as different parts of the Earth receive varying amounts of sunlight throughout the year.

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What is the role of the Earth's atmosphere during a lunar eclipse?

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During a lunar eclipse, the Earth's atmosphere can refract sunlight, causing the Moon to appear red, often referred to as a 'Blood Moon'.

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