Eclipse, solar

The video explains how the moon can obscure the sun, leading to solar eclipses. Total solar eclipses occur approximately every 18 months somewhere on Earth, while partial eclipses happen more frequently. The moon's size is perfect for obscuring the sun's disk during a total eclipse.

What happens during a solar eclipse?

• The sun blocks the Earth from the moon.

• The moon and sun align perfectly with the Earth.

• The moon blocks the sun from the Earth.

• The Earth blocks the moon from the sun.

How often does a total solar eclipse occur somewhere on Earth?

• Once every 24 months

• Once every 18 months

• Once every 12 months

• Once every 6 months

What is a unique feature of the moon that allows it to cause a total solar eclipse?

• Its distance from the Earth

• Its speed of orbit

• Its size relative to the sun

• Its color

Which type of eclipse occurs more frequently?

• Total solar eclipse

• Annular solar eclipse

• Partial solar eclipse

• Lunar eclipse

Why is the moon able to obscure the sun during a total eclipse?

• Because it is larger than the sun

• Because it is closer to the Earth than the sun

• Because it is the same size as the sun

• Because it is the same distance from the Earth as the sun