Eclipses Diagram quiz

What is the main difference between a lunar eclipse and a solar eclipse?

• A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is between the Sun and the Moon, while a solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is between the Sun and the Earth.

• A lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon is between the Sun and the Earth, while a solar eclipse occurs when the Earth is between the Sun and the Moon.

• A lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun is between the Earth and the Moon, while a solar eclipse occurs when the Earth is between the Sun and the Moon.

• A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is between the Moon and the Sun, while a solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is between the Earth and the Sun.

During which type of eclipse does the Moon pass through the Earth's shadow?

• Solar eclipse

• Lunar eclipse

• Both solar and lunar eclipse

• Neither solar nor lunar eclipse

What is the term for the darkest part of the shadow during an eclipse?

• Penumbra

• Umbra

• Antumbra

• Shadow core

In a solar eclipse, which celestial body is directly between the other two?

• Earth

• Sun

• Moon

• Mars

What is the lighter part of the shadow called during an eclipse?

• Umbra

• Penumbra

• Antumbra

• Shadow fringe