Eclipses

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What is an annular eclipse?

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An annular eclipse occurs when the moon is further away from the Earth and does not completely cover the sun, causing the sun to appear as a ring.

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What is a partial eclipse?

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A partial eclipse is when only a part of the sun or moon is blocked during an eclipse.

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What is blocked during a solar eclipse?

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During a solar eclipse, the sun is blocked by the moon.

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When can a solar eclipse occur?

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A solar eclipse can only happen during a new moon.

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When does a lunar eclipse happen?

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A lunar eclipse occurs during the night.

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What is a total eclipse?

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A total eclipse is when the sun or moon is completely blocked.

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What is a penumbral eclipse?

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A penumbral eclipse occurs when the moon passes through the Earth's penumbral shadow, causing a subtle shading.

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What phase of the moon is associated with a lunar eclipse?

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A lunar eclipse occurs during a full moon.

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What is the difference between a solar and lunar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the moon blocks the sun, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the moon.

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What is the Earth's shadow during an eclipse?

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The Earth's shadow consists of three parts: the umbra, penumbra, and antumbra.