Solar and Lunar Eclipses
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1.
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What is a lunar eclipse?
Back
A lunar eclipse occurs when Earth's shadow is cast on the moon.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What causes a solar eclipse?
Back
A solar eclipse is caused by the moon's shadow falling on Earth.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why will the moon not fully cover the sun during a future solar eclipse?
Back
The moon is slowly drifting away from Earth.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why does a solar eclipse happen quickly?
Back
A solar eclipse is over quickly because the moon keeps moving.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How long does it take for Earth to orbit the sun?
Back
Earth takes approximately 365.25 days to complete one orbit around the sun.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the three main types of eclipses?
Back
The three main types of eclipses are solar eclipses, lunar eclipses, and penumbral eclipses.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between a total solar eclipse and a partial solar eclipse?
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A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon completely covers the sun, while a partial solar eclipse occurs when only part of the sun is obscured by the moon.
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