Eclipses

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What is an eclipse?

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An eclipse is an astronomical event that occurs when one celestial body moves into the shadow of another celestial body, blocking the light from a source like the Sun.

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What are the two main types of eclipses?

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The two main types of eclipses are solar eclipses and lunar eclipses.

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What happens during a solar eclipse?

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During a solar eclipse, the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light from reaching the Earth.

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What happens during a lunar eclipse?

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During a lunar eclipse, the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to fall on the Moon.

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When does a solar eclipse occur?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is directly between the Earth and the Sun.

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When does a lunar eclipse occur?

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A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is directly between the Sun and the Moon.

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What is the Earth's shadow?

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The Earth's shadow is the area behind the Earth where sunlight is blocked, which can cause a lunar eclipse.

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What is the Moon's shadow?

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The Moon's shadow is the area behind the Moon where sunlight is blocked, which can cause a solar eclipse.

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Can both solar and lunar eclipses occur in the same year?

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Yes, both solar and lunar eclipses can occur in the same year.

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What is a total solar eclipse?

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A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon completely covers the Sun, as viewed from Earth.