Solar Eclipse

A solar eclipse occurs when:

• The earth blocks sunlight from reaching the moon.

• The moon blocks sunlight from reaching the earth.

• The sun blocks sunlight from reaching the earth.

• The sun doesn't come out during the day. 

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What is the correct sequence during a solar eclipse?

• sun, earth, moon

• earth, sun, moon

• sun, moon, earth

• moon, earth, sun

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What is the darkest inner part of the shadow cone called, where a total eclipse can be viewed.

• Total

• Umbra

• Penumbra

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During a solar eclipse...

• The sun is blocked

• The Earth is blocked

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What must happen for a total solar eclipse to occur?

• The Moon must be at its furthest point from Earth.

• The Moon must be between the Sun and Earth, completely covering the Sun.

• The Earth must be between the Sun and the Moon.

• The Sun must be at its closest point to the Earth.

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When the moon passes between the Earth and Sun, it is called (a)   .

• neap tide

• spring tide

• solar eclipse

• lunar eclipse

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Mrs. Lusky is planning a special outdoor science lesson for her class to observe a total solar eclipse. She wants to ensure it's a rare event. How often do total solar eclipses occur?

• Once every month

• Once every year

• Every 18 months on average

• Every 10 years

Answer explanation

Total solar eclipses occur every 18 months on average, making them a relatively rare event for observation.

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During which phase of a solar eclipse is the "diamond ring" effect visible?

• Total eclipse

• Partial eclipse

• Penumbral eclipse

• Just before and just after totality

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What is the main difference between a total solar eclipse and a partial solar eclipse?

• A total solar eclipse can be seen from anywhere on Earth, but a partial solar eclipse cannot.

• A partial solar eclipse occurs when the Moon covers only a part of the Sun, while a total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon completely covers the Sun.

• A total solar eclipse lasts longer than a partial solar eclipse.

• A partial solar eclipse happens more frequently than a total solar eclipse.

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What is the correct order of phases during a solar eclipse?

• Partial eclipse, total eclipse, penumbral eclipse

• Total eclipse, partial eclipse, penumbral eclipse

• Penumbral eclipse, partial eclipse, total eclipse

• Partial eclipse, penumbral eclipse, total eclipse

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