Eclipses

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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 sunlight from reaching the Earth.

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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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During which moon phase does a solar eclipse occur?

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A solar eclipse occurs during the New Moon phase.

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What happens to the sun during a solar eclipse?

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The moon blocks the light from the sun to Earth.

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What is the alignment of the sun, Earth, and moon during a solar eclipse?

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The moon is positioned between the Earth and the sun.

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What is the alignment of the sun, Earth, and moon during a lunar eclipse?

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The Earth is positioned between the sun and the moon.

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

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In a solar eclipse, the moon blocks the sun's light to Earth. In a lunar eclipse, the Earth blocks the sun's light to the moon.

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Can a solar eclipse be seen from anywhere on Earth?

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No, a solar eclipse can only be seen from specific areas on Earth where the moon's shadow falls.

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What is the term for the area where a total solar eclipse can be seen?

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The area is called the path of totality.

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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.