
Solar and Lunar Eclipse Review
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Science
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8th Grade
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Easy
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a solar eclipse?
Back
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a lunar eclipse?
Back
A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the moon, causing the Earth's shadow to fall on the moon.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What phase of the moon occurs during a solar eclipse?
Back
A solar eclipse occurs during the New Moon phase.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What phase of the moon occurs during a lunar eclipse?
Back
A lunar eclipse occurs during the Full Moon phase.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What alignment of celestial bodies causes a solar eclipse?
Back
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon is directly between the Earth and the Sun.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What alignment of celestial bodies causes a lunar eclipse?
Back
A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth is directly between the Sun and the moon.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between a total solar eclipse and a partial solar eclipse?
Back
In a total solar eclipse, the Sun is completely covered by the moon; in a partial solar eclipse, only part of the Sun is obscured.
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