July lunar eclipse will reportedly be longest this century

July lunar eclipse will reportedly be longest this century

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Science, Other, Physics

11th Grade - University

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The video explains the shadows created during an eclipse, focusing on the penumbra and umbra. It describes how the moon turns dark red during a lunar eclipse when the sun, moon, and Earth align perfectly. The upcoming lunar eclipse on July 27th is highlighted, noting it will be an apogee moon, with Earth at its farthest point from the moon. According to NASA, this eclipse will last 1 hour, 42 minutes, and 57 seconds, making it the longest of the century. The event will be visible from most of Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the primary shadows created during an eclipse?

Solar and Lunar

Eclipse and Shadow

Penumbra and Umbra

Light and Dark

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to the moon's color when it enters the umbra during a lunar eclipse?

It turns blue

It stays the same

It becomes dark red

It turns bright yellow

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the lunar eclipse on July 27th?

It will be a solar eclipse

It will occur at the moon's perigee

It will coincide with the moon's apogee

It will be visible only in America

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long will the upcoming lunar eclipse last?

One hour 30 minutes

One hour 42 minutes and 57 seconds

One hour 15 minutes

Two hours

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

From which regions will the lunar eclipse be visible?

Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia

Antarctica and Greenland

South America and Australia

North America and Europe