Eclipses and Seasons

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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 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 phase of the Moon is required for a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs during the new moon phase.

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What phase of the Moon is required for a lunar eclipse?

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A lunar eclipse occurs during the full moon phase.

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What is the difference between a solar eclipse and a lunar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse happens during the day and involves the Moon blocking the Sun, while a lunar eclipse happens at night and involves the Earth blocking sunlight from reaching the Moon.

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What is an equinox?

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An equinox is a time of year when day and night are approximately equal in length, occurring in spring and fall.

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What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during the winter solstice?

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Winter occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during the winter solstice.

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What causes the seasons on Earth?

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The tilt of the Earth's axis and its orbit around the Sun cause the seasons.

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What is the summer solstice?

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The summer solstice is the longest day of the year, marking the start of summer in the Northern Hemisphere.

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What is the winter solstice?

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The winter solstice is the shortest day of the year, marking the start of winter in the Northern Hemisphere.

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