What Will Happen During the Solar Eclipse?

What Will Happen During the Solar Eclipse?

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Science, Physics

1st - 6th Grade

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The video explains solar eclipses, where the moon blocks the sun, creating a shadow on Earth. It describes total and partial eclipses, emphasizing the rarity and the need for perfect alignment. The video provides safety tips for viewing, such as using eclipse glasses or a pinhole viewer. It highlights the upcoming total solar eclipse visible across parts of the United States and the importance of safety when observing. The next total eclipse over North America will be in 2024.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What causes a solar eclipse to occur?

The Earth moves between the sun and the moon.

The moon moves between the Earth and the sun.

The sun moves between the Earth and the moon.

The Earth and the moon align side by side.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a partial solar eclipse?

When the moon completely covers the sun.

When the sun is partially covered by the moon.

When the sun is completely visible.

When the Earth blocks the sun from the moon.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where will the upcoming total solar eclipse be visible?

In parts of the United States.

In the entire world.

Only in Asia.

Only in Europe.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it dangerous to look at the sun during a solar eclipse?

The moon reflects harmful light.

Even a small amount of sunlight can damage your eyes.

The sun's heat increases during an eclipse.

The sun emits harmful gases.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a safe way to view a solar eclipse without looking directly at the sun?

Using a telescope.

Using a magnifying glass.

Using regular sunglasses.

Using a pinhole viewer.