Solar Eclipse & Astronauts Flashcard

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Solar Eclipse

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A solar eclipse is when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, blocking the Sun's light.

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What does the red path on the map symbolize?

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During a partial eclipse, what happens?

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The sun is only partially obscured by the moon.

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During a total solar eclipse, what happens to the sun?

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The sun is completely covered by the moon. You can't see the sun.

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I need to wear _________ to watch the solar eclipse.

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solar eclipse glasses

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What do you see?

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The solar system

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What do you see?

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I see many stars in outer space.

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Who is this?

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The person is a famous astronaut. His name is Neil Armstrong and he was the first man to step on the moon.

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What is he wearing?

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He is wearing a space suit and he is holding a helmet.

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What's this? Options: It's the Earth, It's a helmet, It's the Sun, It's a rocket.

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It's a rocket.