Solar and Lunar Eclipses
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Science
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6th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a solar eclipse?
Back
A solar eclipse is the blocking of the Sun's light that occurs during a new moon when the moon's shadow falls on Earth.
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
When does a solar eclipse occur?
Back
A solar eclipse occurs during a new moon.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When does a lunar eclipse occur?
Back
A lunar eclipse occurs during a full moon.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the umbra?
Back
The umbra is the darkest part of a shadow during an eclipse, where the light is completely blocked.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the penumbra?
Back
The penumbra is the lighter part of a shadow during an eclipse, where the light is partially blocked.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What alignment is needed for a solar eclipse?
Back
The alignment needed for a solar eclipse is the Sun, Moon, and Earth in a straight line, with the Moon in between.
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