Solar and Lunar Eclipses

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Scientists that study space are called _______.

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astronomers

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If you are in the path of totality, you can see _________.

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a total SOLAR eclipse

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What causes a solar eclipse?

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the moon's shadow

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What makes the moon turn reddish in a total lunar eclipse?

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Earth's Atmosphere

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One day, the moon will not FULLY cover the sun during a solar eclipse because the moon ________.

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is slowly drifting away from EARTH

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What is a solar eclipse?

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An event where the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, blocking the sun's light.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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An event where the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the moon.

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What is the path of totality?

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The area on Earth where a total solar eclipse can be observed.

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What is the difference between a total and partial solar eclipse?

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A total solar eclipse completely covers the sun, while a partial solar eclipse only covers part of the sun.

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What is the significance of the moon's distance from Earth during an eclipse?

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The moon's distance affects whether it can fully cover the sun during a solar eclipse.