Astronomy and Eclipses Flashcard

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What is an annular eclipse also known as?

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Ring of Fire

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What special item will be available for the first 50 people at the eclipse viewing?

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Special glasses to safely view the eclipse

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What happens during a total solar eclipse?

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The Moon completely blocks the Sun

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What is the role of Newton’s Universal Law of Gravity in eclipses?

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It helps determine when solar events will occur

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What time is the peak of the solar eclipse at Howard University?

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3:20 p.m.

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What is an eclipse?

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An eclipse occurs when one celestial body moves into the shadow of another celestial body.

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What are the two main types of solar eclipses?

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Total solar eclipse and partial solar eclipse.

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What is a total solar eclipse?

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A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon completely covers the Sun.

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What is a partial solar eclipse?

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A partial solar eclipse occurs when only a part of the Sun is obscured by the Moon.

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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 passes between the Earth and the Sun, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon.