
Why the 2024 Solar Eclipse is Such a Big Deal

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Kimberly Litchfield
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What creates the unique visual effect of a solar eclipse as seen from Earth?
The sun being 100 times the size of Earth
The moon and the sun appearing the same size in the sky
The moon being 400 times closer to Earth than the sun
The sun being 400 times larger than the moon
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are total solar eclipses possible on Earth?
The sun's size compared to Earth
Because the Earth is the perfect distance from the sun
Due to the unique size and distance ratio of the sun and moon
Because the moon is moving away from Earth
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why don't solar eclipses occur every month?
Because the moon's orbit is not tilted
Due to the moon's orbit being perfectly aligned with the Earth's orbital plane
Because the moon's orbit is tilted a few degrees from Earth's orbital plane
The moon orbits the Earth more than once a month
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How often does any given spot on Earth experience a total solar eclipse?
Every year
Every few hundred years
Once a month
Every 20 years
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the path of totality?
The path the moon takes around the Earth
The trajectory of the sun during an eclipse
The small stripe of Earth where totality can be seen
The orbit of Earth around the sun
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why should you never look directly at the sun during an eclipse?
It can cause temporary vision loss
It can permanently damage your eyesight
The sun's rays are more powerful during an eclipse
Eclipse glasses can fully protect your eyes
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What phenomenon creates a 'diamond ring' effect during a solar eclipse?
The last bead of light from the sun shining through the moon's valleys
The full coverage of the sun by the moon
The complete disappearance of the sun
The appearance of Baily's Beads
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