During a lunar eclipse, which celestial body casts a shadow on the Moon?
Lunar Eclipses

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MOLLIANNE NARDIELLO
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The Sun
The Earth
The Moon itself
Mars
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What phase is the Moon in during a lunar eclipse?
New Moon
First Quarter
Full Moon
Last Quarter
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How often do lunar eclipses occur in a year?
Once
Twice
Two to four times
Every month
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which type of lunar eclipse occurs when only a part of the Moon enters Earth's umbra?
Total lunar eclipse
Partial lunar eclipse
Penumbral lunar eclipse
Annular lunar eclipse
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the term for the darkest part of Earth's shadow during a lunar eclipse?
Penumbra
Umbra
Antumbra
Corona
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a type of lunar eclipse?
Total lunar eclipse
Partial lunar eclipse
Penumbral lunar eclipse
Solar lunar eclipse
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What color does the Moon often appear during a total lunar eclipse?
Blue
Green
Red
Yellow
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best explains why the Moon appears red during a total lunar eclipse?
The Moon's surface changes color
Earth's atmosphere scatters blue light and allows red light to pass through
The Sun's light is blocked completely
The Moon is closer to the Sun
9.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the term for the lighter part of Earth's shadow during a lunar eclipse?
Umbra
Penumbra
Antumbra
Corona
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