Eclipse Quiz

What is a solar eclipse?

• The moon passing between the Earth and the Sun, blocking all or part of the Sun's light.

• The Earth passing between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon.

• The Sun moving behind the Earth, causing darkness.

• A rare phenomenon where the Sun and Moon switch places in the sky.

What type of solar eclipse occurs when the Moon only partially covers the Sun's disk?

• Total solar eclipse

• Annular solar eclipse

• Partial solar eclipse

• Hybrid solar eclipse

During a total solar eclipse, which part of the Sun is visible as a glowing ring around the Moon?

• Photosphere

• Corona

• Chromosphere

• Core

What is the phenomenon called when the Moon's shadow touches Earth's surface during a solar eclipse?

• Umbra

• Penumbra

• Antumbra

• Apogee

Why is it dangerous to look directly at the Sun during a solar eclipse without proper eye protection?

• The Sun's light can cause temporary blindness.

• The Sun emits harmful ultraviolet radiation that can damage the eyes.

• The eclipse can cause the Sun's light to become more intense.

• The Moon's reflection enhances the Sun's brightness.

What safety equipment is recommended for viewing a solar eclipse?

• Sunglasses

• Telescope without a solar filter

• Solar viewing glasses or eclipse glasses

• Binoculars without a solar filter

How often do solar eclipses occur?

• Once every month

• 2-5 times a year

• Once every decade

• Once in a lifetime

What is the term for the path across the Earth's surface that is covered by the Moon's shadow during a total solar eclipse?

• Eclipse corridor

• Eclipse pathway

• Path of totality

• Shadow line

What causes the diamond ring effect during a solar eclipse?

• The complete disappearance of the Sun behind the Moon

• A burst of sunlight just before and just after totality, when a single point of sunlight is visible

• The appearance of stars during the eclipse

• The reflection of sunlight from the Earth's atmosphere

What impact does a solar eclipse have on the environment?

• It causes a significant drop in temperature.

• It permanently alters the Earth's atmosphere.

• It increases global warming.

• It has no impact on the environment.