Eclipses

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What is an eclipse?

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An eclipse is when one celestial object passes into the shadow of another, temporarily obscuring it.

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What celestial objects can be involved in an eclipse?

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Eclipses can occur between the Sun, Earth, and Moon.

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What is a solar eclipse?

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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, blocking some or all of the Sun's light.

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What is a lunar eclipse?

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A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth's shadow falls on the Moon.

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Why do eclipses happen?

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Eclipses happen when the Earth, Moon, and Sun line up, which can occur four to seven times a year.

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What determines the type of eclipse?

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The exact alignment of the Earth, Moon, and Sun determines the type of eclipse.

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What safety guidelines should be followed when viewing a solar eclipse?

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It's important to follow safety guidelines when viewing a solar eclipse.

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What does the verb 'eclipse' mean?

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To obscure, darken, or reduce in importance.

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Give an example of 'eclipse' used as a verb.

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'Her score eclipsed the old record.'