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    What could happen to you if you look directly into the sun during a total eclipse?

    • You could become bipolar.
    • You could become completely blind.
    • You could lose your speech
    • You could lose most of your senses.
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This is a Quiz About Solar Eclipse! Eclipses in history are seen as something to be feared or a certain omen, but scientists today can be able to project when an eclipse will take place and which type. A solar eclipse is said to occur when the moon moves between the sun and the earth to cover it partially or totally. Did you know that there are an estimated two to three solar eclipses a year? Get to learn more about solar eclipses through this quiz.

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  • 2. 
    How is the outer realm of the sun called? - ProProfs

    How is the outer realm of the sun called?

    • Corona

    • The lunar

    • X rays

    • The Milky way

    Correct Answer
    A. Corona
    Explanation
    The outer realm of the sun is called the corona. The corona is the outermost part of the sun's atmosphere and is visible during a total solar eclipse as a faint, white halo around the darkened sun. It is composed of extremely hot plasma and is much hotter than the sun's surface. The corona is also responsible for the emission of solar winds, which are streams of charged particles that flow into space.

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  • 3. 
    How long did the August 2017 "American eclipse" last? - ProProfs

    How long did the August 2017 "American eclipse" last?

    • 02m40s

    • 02 seconds

    • 04m 20s

    • 06 seconds

    Correct Answer
    A. 02m40s
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 02m40s, which means that the August 2017 "American eclipse" lasted for 2 minutes and 40 seconds.

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  • 4. 
    Was the August 2017 eclipse a total or partial eclipse? - ProProfs

    Was the August 2017 eclipse a total or partial eclipse?

    • It was a total eclipse

    • It was a partial eclipse

    • It was an annular eclipse

    • It was a lunar eclipse

    Correct Answer
    A. It was a total eclipse
    Explanation
    The August 2017 eclipse was a total eclipse. A total eclipse occurs when the moon completely blocks the sun, creating a brief period of darkness. In this case, the moon's shadow completely covered the sun's disk, resulting in a total eclipse.

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  • 5. 
    When do annular eclipses happen? - ProProfs

    When do annular eclipses happen?

    • When the moon is too far from the sun.

    • When the moon is too far from Earth

    • During winter.

    • During hurricane season.

    Correct Answer
    A. When the moon is too far from Earth
    Explanation
    Annular eclipses occur when the moon is too far from Earth. In this type of eclipse, the moon appears smaller than the sun, causing a ring of sunlight to be visible around the edges of the moon. This happens because the moon's orbit around Earth is elliptical, and when it is at its farthest point from Earth, it does not completely cover the sun during an eclipse.

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  • 6. 
    How do animals react during periods of the total eclipse? - ProProfs

    How do animals react during periods of the total eclipse?

    • They act confused.

    • They act confused and prepare to sleep.

    • They prepare to sleep.

    • They hide.

    Correct Answer
    A. They act confused and prepare to sleep.
    Explanation
    During periods of a total eclipse, animals may become confused due to the sudden darkness and disruption in their natural environment. The sudden change in light can disrupt their internal clocks and cause confusion in their behavior. Additionally, some animals may also prepare to sleep during this time as they perceive the darkness as a signal for nighttime. Therefore, the correct answer is that animals act confused and prepare to sleep during periods of a total eclipse.

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  • 7. 
    How long can a solar eclipse last for? - ProProfs

    How long can a solar eclipse last for?

    • A maximum of 10 minutes

    • A maximum of 7 minutes

    • A maximum of 4 minutes

    • A maximum of 6 minutes.

    Correct Answer
    A. A maximum of 7 minutes
    Explanation
    Solar eclipses can last for a maximum of 7 minutes. During a solar eclipse, the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, casting a shadow on the Earth. The duration of a solar eclipse depends on various factors, including the alignment of the Sun, Moon, and Earth. The maximum duration of a solar eclipse is typically around 7 minutes, although most eclipses last for a shorter duration. This limited duration is due to the relative sizes and distances of the Sun, Moon, and Earth, which determine the length of time the Moon can completely block the Sun's light.

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  • 8. 
    During a solar eclipse, do temperatures become colder or warmer? - ProProfs

    During a solar eclipse, do temperatures become colder or warmer?

    • They become extremely hot

    • They cool down up to 20 degrees lower.

    • They stay the same.

    • They cool down considerably.

    Correct Answer
    A. They cool down considerably.
    Explanation
    During a solar eclipse, temperatures often decrease as the moon blocks sunlight. This phenomenon results in a temporary reduction in heat on Earth's surface. As the sun's rays are partially or fully obscured, less energy reaches the ground, causing a cooling effect. This temperature drop can be noticeable and significant, contributing to cooler conditions during the eclipse event.

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  • 9. 
    How long does it take for daylight to be restored after a solar eclipse? - ProProfs

    How long does it take for daylight to be restored after a solar eclipse?

    • Up to an hour

    • Five minutes.

    • Seven hours

    • 30 minutes

    Correct Answer
    A. Up to an hour
    Explanation
    During a solar eclipse, the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth, causing a temporary blockage of sunlight. After the eclipse, it takes some time for the Moon to completely move out of the Sun's path, allowing daylight to be fully restored. This process can take up to an hour, as the Moon slowly continues its orbit and moves away from the Sun, gradually revealing more and more sunlight. Therefore, it can be expected that it takes up to an hour for daylight to be restored after a solar eclipse.

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  • 10. 
    How many people were affected by darkness during the total eclipse of August 2017? - ProProfs

    How many people were affected by darkness during the total eclipse of August 2017?

    • 12 millions people.

    • 1 million people.

    • 20 millions people

    • 300 millions people.

    Correct Answer
    A. 12 millions people.
    Explanation
    During the total eclipse of August 2017, approximately 12 million people were affected by darkness.

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