Solar and Lunar Eclipses

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What is the sun's atmosphere called?

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Corona

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Why will the moon not fully cover the sun during a solar eclipse in the future?

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Because the moon is slowly drifting away from Earth.

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What causes the moon to appear reddish during a total lunar eclipse?

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Earth's Atmosphere.

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Why is a solar eclipse over quickly?

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Because the moon keeps moving.

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What can you see if you are in the path of totality during a solar eclipse?

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A total solar eclipse.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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An event where the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, blocking the sun's light.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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An event where 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 umbra?

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The darkest part of a shadow during an eclipse.

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What is the penumbra?

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The lighter part of a shadow during an eclipse.

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What is the difference between a total and partial solar eclipse?

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In a total solar eclipse, the sun is completely covered by the moon; in a partial solar eclipse, only part of the sun is obscured.