Solar and Lunar Eclipses

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What is a Lunar Eclipse?

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A Lunar Eclipse occurs when the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to fall on the Moon.

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What is a Solar Eclipse?

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A Solar Eclipse occurs when the Moon comes between the Sun and the Earth, blocking the Sun's light from reaching the Earth.

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What is the Umbra?

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The Umbra is the darkest part of a shadow during an eclipse, where the light source is completely blocked.

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What is the Penumbra?

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The Penumbra is the lighter part of a shadow during an eclipse, where the light source is partially blocked.

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How often do Lunar Eclipses occur compared to Solar Eclipses?

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Lunar Eclipses happen more often than Solar Eclipses.

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What phase of the Moon occurs during a Solar Eclipse?

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A Solar Eclipse occurs during the New Moon phase.

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What safety precautions should be taken during a Solar Eclipse?

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Eclipse goggles should be worn at all times except during totality to protect your eyes from harmful sunlight.

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What is a Total Solar Eclipse?

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A Total Solar Eclipse occurs when the Moon completely covers the Sun, as viewed from Earth.

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What is a Partial Solar Eclipse?

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A Partial Solar Eclipse occurs when only a part of the Sun is obscured by the Moon.

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What is a Total Lunar Eclipse?

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A Total Lunar Eclipse occurs when the entire Moon passes through the Earth's umbra.