Scientists that study space are called _______.
Solar and Lunar Eclipses

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astronomers
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If you are in the path of totality, you can see _________.
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a total SOLAR eclipse
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What causes a solar eclipse?
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the moon's shadow
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What makes the moon turn reddish in a total lunar eclipse?
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Earth's Atmosphere
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One day, the moon will not FULLY cover the sun during a solar eclipse because the moon ________.
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is slowly drifting away from EARTH
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What is a solar eclipse?
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An event where the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, blocking the sun's light.
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What is a lunar eclipse?
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An event where the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, causing the Earth's shadow to cover the moon.
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