What is the duration of Earth's orbit around the sun?
Lunar Cycle/Eclipses/Tides

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365.25 days
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Why won't the moon fully cover the sun during a solar eclipse?
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The moon is slowly drifting away from Earth.
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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 causes the moon to appear reddish during a total lunar eclipse?
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Earth's Atmosphere.
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How long does it take for the moon to orbit the Earth?
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27 days.
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What is a lunar cycle?
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The cycle of phases the moon goes through as it orbits Earth, approximately 29.5 days.
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What is a solar eclipse?
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An event where the moon passes between Earth and the sun, blocking the sun's light.
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