Solar Eclipse

What is a total solar eclipse?

• When the moon partially blocks the sun's light.

• When the Earth blocks all of the sun's light.

• When the moon blocks all of the sun's light.

• When the sun blocks the moon's light.

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What is the path of totality?

• The trail created by the moon's shadow on Earth.

• The trail created by the Earth's shadow on the moon.

• The path the Earth takes around the sun.

• The path the moon takes around the Earth.

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What happens during a solar eclipse?

• The moon moves between the sun and Earth.

• The Earth moves between the sun and moon.

• The sun moves behind the Earth.

• The sun moves behind the moon.

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Why do animals get confused during a solar eclipse?

• Because it suddenly looks like night time.

• Because it gets very hot.

• Because it gets very cold.

• Because of the noise it makes.

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What is the corona of the sun?

• The hottest part of the sun's surface.

• The outermost part of the sun's atmosphere.

• The innermost part of the sun.

• A type of solar storm.

Why are total solar eclipses important for scientists?

• They provide a view of the sun's corona.

• They help in predicting weather.

• They allow scientists to take a break.

• They help in studying the Earth's atmosphere.

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