I WONDER - What Is A Total Eclipse?

I WONDER - What Is A Total Eclipse?

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Interactive Video

Other, Physics, Science

KG - 6th Grade

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The video explains different types of eclipses. It starts with partial eclipses, where the sun or moon is not completely covered. Then, it describes annular solar eclipses, which occur when the moon is directly in front of the sun but appears smaller due to its elliptical orbit, creating a Ring of Fire effect.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens during a partial eclipse?

The sun is completely blocked by the moon.

The sun and moon are both fully visible.

Only a portion of the sun or moon is covered.

The entire sun or moon is covered.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is an annular solar eclipse?

The moon completely covers the sun.

The moon appears smaller and creates a Ring of Fire.

The sun is partially covered by the moon.

The sun and moon are both visible in the sky.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the moon appear smaller during an annular solar eclipse?

The moon is closer to the Earth.

The moon is further from the Earth.

The sun is larger than usual.

The Earth's orbit changes.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What effect is created during an annular solar eclipse?

A total blackout.

A partial shadow.

A bright Ring of Fire.

A lunar halo.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the moon's orbit affect an annular solar eclipse?

It has no effect on the eclipse.

It results in the moon appearing smaller.

It causes the moon to completely cover the sun.

It makes the moon appear larger.