Exploring Solar Eclipses with Dr. Binocs

What happens during a Solar Eclipse?

• The Moon comes between the Earth and the Sun.

• The Moon dances around the Earth.

• The Earth hides behind the Sun.

• The Sun moves behind the Moon.

Why can't we see a Solar Eclipse from every part of the Earth?

• Because the Sun is too bright.

• The Moon's shadow only falls on certain areas.

• The Earth is flat.

• Because it happens only at night.

What causes a Solar Eclipse?

• The Moon blocking the Sun's light.

• Clouds covering the Sun.

• The Earth blocking the Sun's light.

• The Sun moving behind the Moon.

What is the Umbra?

• The part where you can see the entire Sun.

• The outer shadow of the Moon.

• The area where the Moon completely covers the Sun.

• A type of Solar Eclipse.

What do you see during an Annular Solar Eclipse?

• The entire Sun covered by the Moon.

• The Moon in front of the Sun, with the Sun's outline visible.

• Only a small part of the Sun.

• Nothing, it's completely dark.

What happens in the Antumbra?

• It's completely dark.

• The Moon completely hides the Sun.

• The Sun's outline is visible around the Moon.

• Only a part of the Sun is visible.

What is the Penumbra?

• The darkest part of the Moon's shadow.

• The area where the Moon partially covers the Sun.

• The brightest part of the Sun.

• The full coverage of the Sun by the Moon.

How can you safely watch a Solar Eclipse?

• With sunglasses.

• With the naked eye.

• Through a piece of glass.

• Using special eclipse glasses.

Why should you not look at the Solar Eclipse with bare eyes?

• Because you won't see anything.

• It's an old superstition.

• Due to harmful UV rays.

• Because it can be too bright.

What is the maximum duration of a total Solar Eclipse?

• 15 minutes

• 30 minutes

• 1 hour

• 7 and a half minutes