Solar and Lunar Eclipses

Front

What is the inner, darker part of a shadow called?

Back

Umbra

Front

What is the blocking of the Sun's light that occurs during a new moon when the moon's shadow falls on Earth?

Back

Solar Eclipse

Front

Can you view a lunar eclipse with your eyes?

Back

False

Front

What type of eclipse occurs when the Earth is between the Sun and the Moon?

Back

Lunar Eclipse

Front

What phase of the moon is required for a solar eclipse?

Back

New Moon

Front

What phase of the moon is required for a lunar eclipse?

Back

Full Moon

Front

What is the outer, lighter part of a shadow called?

Back

Penumbra

Front

During which eclipse does the Moon block the Sun's light?

Back

Solar Eclipse

Front

During which eclipse does the Earth block the Sun's light from reaching the Moon?

Back

Lunar Eclipse

Front

True or False: A solar eclipse can only occur during a full moon.

Back

False