Eclipse

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A lunar eclipse only happens during a ________ moon.

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Full

Front

A solar eclipse only happens during a ________ moon.

Back

New

Front

What is the lighter, outer part of the shadow called?

Back

Penumbra

Front

What is the darkest inner part of the shadow cone called, where a total eclipse can be viewed?

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Umbra

Front

During a solar eclipse, what happens?

Back

The sun is blocked by the moon.

Front

What is an eclipse?

Back

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

Front

What are the two main types of eclipses?

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Lunar eclipse and 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.

Front

What is a penumbral lunar eclipse?

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A penumbral lunar eclipse occurs when the moon passes through the Earth's penumbral shadow.