Eclipses, Tides, and Moon Phases Flashcard

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What do we call the half of the moon facing the Sun?

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The bright side.

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If we lived on the sun, what phase of the moon would we always see?

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Full Moon.

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What is a total solar eclipse?

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An event where the moon completely covers the sun, blocking all sunlight except for the corona.

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What is the path of totality during an eclipse?

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The area where a total solar eclipse can be viewed.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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An event that occurs when the Earth is between the sun and the moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the moon.

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When does a lunar eclipse occur?

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Night time.

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

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A solar eclipse occurs when the moon blocks the sun, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the moon.

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What does the gray line across the United States represent during the eclipse of August 21st, 2017?

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The path of totality.

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What is the umbra?

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The darkest part of a shadow during an eclipse, where totality occurs.

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What is the penumbra?

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The lighter part of a shadow during an eclipse, where partial visibility occurs.