Eclipses/Stars Review

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What is a Lunar Eclipse?

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When the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What type of eclipse is visible in the penumbra of a shadow?

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Partial eclipse.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is a Penumbra?

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The lightest part of a shadow.

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What is the Sun's Corona?

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The outer atmosphere of the Sun.

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What is an Eclipse?

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An event where one celestial body moves into the shadow of another.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is a Solar Eclipse?

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When the Moon comes between the Sun and the Earth.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the Umbra?

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The darkest part of a shadow.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What causes a Total Solar Eclipse?

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The Moon completely covers the Sun.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is a Total Lunar Eclipse?

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When the Earth completely covers the Moon.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What is the difference between a Solar and Lunar Eclipse?

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A Solar Eclipse occurs when the Moon blocks the Sun; a Lunar Eclipse occurs when the Earth blocks the Sun's light from reaching the Moon.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1