What is a Lunar Eclipse?
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A Lunar Eclipse occurs when the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon, causing the Earth's shadow to fall on the Moon.
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What does it mean when the Moon is waning?
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When the Moon is waning, it appears to get smaller in size as it moves from a full moon to a new moon.
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What is gravity?
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Gravity is a force of attraction between two objects that is directly related to their mass and inversely related to the distance between them.
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What season occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during the summer solstice?
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Summer occurs in the Northern Hemisphere during the summer solstice.
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What alignment is necessary for an eclipse to occur?
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For an eclipse to occur, the Moon, Sun, and Earth must be in alignment.
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What is a Solar Eclipse?
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A Solar Eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.
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What is the difference between a Solar Eclipse and a Lunar Eclipse?
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A Solar Eclipse occurs during the day when the Moon blocks the Sun, while a Lunar Eclipse occurs at night when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon.
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