Solar and Lunar Eclipses

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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 either partially or completely.

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What is a Lunar Eclipse?

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

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What phase of the Moon is present during a Solar Eclipse?

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A Solar Eclipse can occur during a New Moon phase.

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What phase of the Moon is present during a Lunar Eclipse?

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A Lunar Eclipse occurs during a Full Moon phase.

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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 only partially blocked.

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How often do Solar Eclipses occur compared to Lunar Eclipses?

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Solar Eclipses happen less often than Lunar Eclipses.

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What safety precautions should be taken during a Solar Eclipse?

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You must wear eclipse goggles at all times except during totality to protect your eyes from harmful sunlight.

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What alignment is required for a Solar Eclipse to occur?

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The alignment must be Sun, Moon, Earth.

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What alignment is required for a Lunar Eclipse to occur?

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The alignment must be Sun, Earth, Moon.