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Solar Eclipse
B
Lunar Eclipse
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Neither
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Both Solar and Lunar Eclipse
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Answer
The first event is a solar eclipse, because the Moon moves between Earth and Sun, blocking part or all of the Sun’s light. The second event is a lunar eclipse, as the Earth’s shadow falls on the Moon when it is on the opposite side of Earth. The third event is neither eclipse nor shadowing; a full moon simply means the Moon is opposite the Sun, but no shadow is involved. The fourth event is also a lunar eclipse, occurring when the Moon passes through Earth’s shadow during a full moon. For example, on October 14, 2023, the Moon entered Earth’s umbra, producing a total lunar eclipse visible from many parts of the world.
Detailed Explanation
A lunar eclipse happens when the Earth is between the Sun and the Moon, and the Earth's shadow falls on the Moon. Other options are incorrect because Option A says solar eclipse; Option C says neither.
Key Concepts
Eclipses
Moon Phases
Celestial Mechanics
Topic
Solar and Lunar Eclipses
Difficulty
easy level question
Cognitive Level
understand
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