moon phases, seasons, and eclipses

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What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the moon orbits 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 orbits between the moon and the sun, causing the earth's shadow to fall on the moon.

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What direction does the Earth rotate?

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The Earth rotates from west to east.

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What happens during a total solar eclipse?

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During a total solar eclipse, the sun is completely blocked out by the moon.

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What is the position of the 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 position of the moon during a lunar eclipse?

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The moon is positioned behind the earth, in line with the sun.

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What is the difference between a total and partial solar eclipse?

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A total solar eclipse completely blocks the sun, while a partial solar eclipse only partially blocks it.

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What causes the phases of the moon?

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The phases of the moon are caused by the changing positions of the moon, earth, and sun.

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What are the four main phases of the moon?

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The four main phases of the moon are new moon, first quarter, full moon, and last quarter.

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What is the significance of the new moon phase?

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During the new moon phase, the moon is between the earth and the sun, and is not visible from earth.