Eclipses and Their Mechanisms

What are the two main types of eclipses mentioned in the passage?

• Solar and lunar eclipses

• Partial and total eclipses

• Annular and penumbral eclipses

• Hybrid and total eclipses

During which phase of the Moon does a solar eclipse occur?

• New moon

• Full moon

• First quarter

• Last quarter

What causes a lunar eclipse according to the passage?

• Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon

• The Moon moves between the Sun and Earth

• The Sun comes between Earth and the Moon

• The Moon's shadow falls on Earth

Why are educational resources like videos and visualizations important for learning about eclipses?

• They help students visualize the mechanics behind eclipses

• They provide historical data about past eclipses

• They predict future eclipses

• They offer entertainment value

What role do the phases of the Moon play in the occurrence of eclipses?

• They determine when eclipses can occur

• They change the color of the Moon during an eclipse

• They affect the speed of the Moon's orbit

• They influence the size of the Earth's shadow