Eclipse Flashcard

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What is an eclipse?

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An eclipse is an astronomical event that occurs when one celestial body moves into the shadow of another celestial body, obscuring its light.

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What happens to a celestial body during an eclipse?

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Its light is obscured.

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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 fall on the Moon.

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What alignment is required for a solar eclipse?

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Sun, Moon, Earth.

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What alignment is required for a lunar eclipse?

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Sun, Earth, Moon.

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How long can a total lunar eclipse last?

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A total lunar eclipse can last from 1 to 3 1/2 hours.

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What is the maximum duration of a solar eclipse?

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A total solar eclipse can last for a maximum of about 7.5 minutes.

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What is the difference between a total and partial eclipse?

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In a total eclipse, the celestial body is completely obscured, while in a partial eclipse, only a part of it is obscured.

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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.