Eclipses
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an eclipse?
Back
An event in which the shadow of one celestial object falls on another celestial object.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What shape does Earth's umbra cast during an eclipse?
Back
Cone.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why does a total solar eclipse not last very long?
Back
The perfect size match of the sun and the moon means the sun is only blocked for a short time.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which statement does NOT accurately describe a solar eclipse?
Back
The moon’s light is visible from Earth.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How many times larger is the sun’s diameter compared to the moon’s diameter?
Back
400 times larger.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the umbra?
Back
The darkest part of a shadow during an eclipse.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the penumbra?
Back
The lighter part of a shadow where some light is still visible.
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