solar eclipse

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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 all or part of the Sun's light.

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What are the three types of solar eclipses?

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The three types of solar eclipses are total, partial, and annular.

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What is a total solar eclipse?

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A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon completely covers the Sun, as viewed from Earth.

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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 an annular solar eclipse?

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An annular solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is too far from Earth to completely cover the Sun, leaving a ring-like appearance.

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During which phase of the Moon does a solar eclipse occur?

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A solar eclipse occurs during the new moon phase.

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What is the umbra?

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The umbra is the darkest part of a shadow, where the light source is completely blocked.

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What is the penumbra?

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The penumbra is the outer part of a shadow where the light source is only partially blocked.

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What is the anti-umbra?

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The anti-umbra is the region where the light source is partially obscured, leading to an annular eclipse.

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What is the path of totality?

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The path of totality is the area on Earth where a total solar eclipse can be observed.