Eclipses

In order to have an eclipse, the Moon, Sun and Earth have to be?

• In Alignment
• Above each other

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Which type of eclipse occurs when the Moon comes directly between Earth and the Sun?

• Lunar eclipse
• Solar eclipse

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

• Total
• Umbra

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For a solar eclipse to occur, what has to happen?

• The sun must be directly between Earth and the moon.
• The moon must be directly between Earth and the Sun.

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During a solar eclipse...

• The sun is blocked
• The Earth is blocked

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True or False: You must wear your eclipse goggles at all times except during totality due to safety reasons.

• True
• False

A lunar eclipse only happens during a ________ moon.

• New
• Cresent
• Gibbous
• Full

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A lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon casts a shadow on Earth.

• True
• False

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You would see a partial solar eclipse if you were within the Moon’s penumbra.

• True
• False

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During a lunar eclipse, what color does the moon appear?

• Black
• Red-orange
• Yellow-green
• White

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