Eclipses

Eclipses

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Science

6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an eclipse?

Back

An eclipse is an astronomical event that occurs when one celestial body moves into the shadow of another celestial body.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the two main types of eclipses?

Back

The two main types of eclipses are solar eclipses and lunar eclipses.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a solar eclipse?

Back

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking all or part of the Sun's light.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a lunar eclipse?

Back

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to fall on the Moon.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the umbra?

Back

The umbra is the inner, darker part of a shadow where the light is completely blocked.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the penumbra?

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

During which moon phase does a solar eclipse occur?

Back

A solar eclipse occurs during the New Moon phase.

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