Moon Phases and Eclipses Review!

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What is a waxing crescent moon?

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A waxing crescent moon is the phase of the moon where less than half of the moon is illuminated and the illuminated part is increasing.

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What is a waxing gibbous moon?

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A waxing gibbous moon is the phase of the moon where more than half of the moon is illuminated and the illuminated part is still increasing.

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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, blocking all direct sunlight and turning day into darkness.

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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 an annular eclipse?

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An annular eclipse occurs when the moon is too far from the Earth to completely cover the sun, leaving a ring-like appearance.

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What are the three types of eclipses?

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The three types of eclipses are Total, Partial, and Annular Eclipses.

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What is the umbra in an eclipse?

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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 in an eclipse?

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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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Why is it dangerous to look at a solar eclipse without protection?

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Looking at a solar eclipse without proper eye protection can cause serious eye damage due to the intense sunlight.

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What does the light source represent in a solar eclipse diagram?

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In a solar eclipse diagram, the light source represents the Sun.