Eclipse

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What is a Total Lunar Eclipse?

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A Total Lunar Eclipse occurs when the Moon passes into the darkest part of the Earth’s shadow, resulting in the Moon appearing red.

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What is the umbra?

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The umbra is the darkest inner part of the shadow cone where a total eclipse can be viewed.

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When does a solar eclipse occur?

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A solar eclipse only happens during a New Moon.

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What limits the number of eclipses per year?

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The tilt of the moon's orbit around the Earth limits the number of eclipses per year.

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What is the correct alignment for a solar eclipse?

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The correct alignment for a solar eclipse is Sun-Moon-Earth.

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What is a Lunar Eclipse?

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A Lunar Eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the Moon.

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What is the penumbra?

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The penumbra is the outer part of the shadow where partial eclipse can be observed.

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What is a Solar Eclipse?

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

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What is the antumbra?

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The antumbra is the region of a shadow where the light source appears larger than the object blocking it, leading to an annular eclipse.

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What phase of the Moon is required for a Lunar Eclipse?

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A Lunar Eclipse occurs during a Full Moon.