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The Moon's orbit is tilted relative to Earth's orbit.
The Sun is too far away from the Earth.
The Moon is much smaller than the Earth.
Eclipses only happen during full moons.
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The Moon’s orbit is tilted by about 5 degrees relative to Earth’s orbit around the Sun. Other options are incorrect because Many think the Sun’s great distance stops eclipses, but distance does not affect alignment; Size differences do not control eclipse frequency.
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Solar and Lunar Eclipses
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Definition
Solar and lunar eclipses occur due to the alignment of the Sun, Earth, and Moon, leading to shadows being cast on either the Earth or the Moon. The phenomenon is a result of the Moon's orbit being tilted with respect to Earth's orbit, causing occasional alignments that result in eclipses.
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Solar and lunar eclipses occur due to the alignment of the Sun, Earth, and Moon, leading to shadows being cast on either the Earth or the Moon. The phenomenon is a result of the Moon's orbit being tilted with respect to Earth's orbit, causing occasional alignments that result in eclipses.
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