Solar Eclipse April 8

What is a solar eclipse?

• When the Earth moves between the sun and the moon

• When the moon moves between the sun and the Earth

• When the sun and the moon collide

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During which moon phase can a total solar eclipse occur?

• Full moon

• New moon

• Waning crescent

• Waxing gibbous

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As the moon blocks out the sun’s surface, the sun’s outer atmosphere is visible. What is this outermost layer called?

• Sun rays

• Corona

• Photosphere

• Hot Soup

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How often do total solar eclipses occur anywhere across the world?

• Every 12 months

• Every 18 months

• Every 10 years

• Every 375 years

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During a school science fair, Mrs. Carnicom demonstrates what causes a solar eclipse. What is she likely to explain?

• The Earth's shadow falling on the Moon

• The Moon's shadow falling on the Earth

• The Sun moving behind the Moon

• The Moon moving behind the Earth

Answer explanation

Mrs. Carnicom is likely to explain that a solar eclipse occurs when the Moon's shadow falls on the Earth, causing the temporary blocking of the Sun's light.

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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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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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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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Why is it rare for Mrs. Lanigan's house to experience a total solar eclipse again?

• Because the Earth is flat

• Because the Moon's orbit around the Earth is tilted

• Because the Earth rotates too quickly

• Because solar eclipses only happen at night

Answer explanation

The Moon's orbit around the Earth is tilted, causing rare occurrences of total solar eclipses at Mrs. Lanigan's house.

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What is a Solar Eclipse?

• A solar eclipse is when the sun passes between the moon and the earth, blocking the moon's light and casting a shadow on the earth.

• A solar eclipse is when the earth passes between the sun and the moon, blocking the moon's light and casting a shadow on the sun.

• A solar eclipse is when the moon passes between the sun and the earth, blocking the sun's light and casting a shadow on the earth.

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