Solar Eclipse Lesson

when the moon hides the sun light to reach the earth , the .................................... phenomenon occurs.

• lunar eclipse

• solar eclipse

• Aurora

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the type of solar eclipse in this image is ........................................

• total

• partial

• annular

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What shadow is shown in number one ?

• umbra

• penumbra

• anti umbra

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What shadow is shown in number two?

• umbra

• penumbra

• anti umbra

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During a school assembly, Mrs. Lusky explained a phenomenon to her students. What is a total solar eclipse?

• When the Moon partially blocks the Sun

• When the Moon completely blocks the Sun

• When the Earth moves between the Sun and the Moon

• When the Sun moves between the Earth and the Moon

Answer explanation

A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon completely blocks the Sun, creating a temporary darkness on Earth.

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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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During a school field trip, Mrs. Lusky observed a unique celestial event where the Moon covers the Sun's center, leaving a ring-like appearance. What is this phenomenon called?

• Total solar eclipse

• Partial solar eclipse

• Annular solar eclipse

• Hybrid solar eclipse

Answer explanation

An annular solar eclipse occurs when the Moon covers the Sun's center, leaving a ring-like appearance, as observed by Mrs. Lusky during the field trip.

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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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