Eclipses

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A lunar eclipse only happens during a ________ moon.

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Full

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During a solar eclipse...

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The sun is blocked by the moon.

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The definition of eclipse is:

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The Sun, Earth and Moon line up.

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This image is an example of:

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Lunar eclipse.

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Why do eclipses not occur with every new and full moon?

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The moon's orbit is tilted.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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An event where 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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An event where the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, blocking the sun's light from reaching the moon.

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What are the two main types of eclipses?

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Solar eclipse and lunar eclipse.

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What causes a solar eclipse?

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The alignment of the sun, moon, and Earth.

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What causes a lunar eclipse?

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The alignment of the Earth, moon, and sun.