What Is A Solar Eclipse

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    A solar eclipse occurs when the

    • Sun passes between the moon and the earth
    • Earth passes between the sun and the moon
    • Moon passes between the sun and the earth.
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  • 2. 

    In a partial solar eclipse

    • You cannot see any of the sun

    • You can see only part of the sun

    • You can see the surface of the moon.

    Correct Answer
    A. You can see only part of the sun
    Explanation
    In a partial solar eclipse, the moon partially blocks the sun, causing only a portion of the sun to be visible from Earth. This means that you can see only part of the sun during a partial solar eclipse.

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  • 3. 

    It is dangerous to look directly at the sun during an eclipse because it can cause

    • Deafness

    • Blindness

    • A headache

    • Death

    Correct Answer
    A. Blindness
    Explanation
    Looking directly at the sun during an eclipse can cause blindness. This is because the intense light from the sun can damage the retina, which is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. The retina is responsible for sending visual signals to the brain, and if it gets damaged, it can result in permanent vision loss or blindness. Therefore, it is important to use proper eye protection or watch the eclipse indirectly to avoid the risk of blindness.

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  • 4. 

    Solar eclipses only occur during

    • Full moon

    • New moon

    • Half moon

    • Quarter moon

    Correct Answer
    A. New moon
    Explanation
    Solar eclipses only occur during a new moon because during this phase, the moon is positioned between the Earth and the Sun, causing the moon to cast a shadow on certain parts of the Earth's surface. This alignment allows the moon to block the sunlight from reaching those areas, resulting in a solar eclipse. During a full moon, the moon is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun, making it impossible for the moon to cast a shadow on the Earth. Half moon and quarter moon phases also do not align the moon, Earth, and Sun in a way that would create a solar eclipse.

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  • 5. 

    What type of scientists predict when eclipses will occur?

    • Astronomers

    • Physicists

    • Eclipse scientists

    Correct Answer
    A. Astronomers
    Explanation
    Astronomers are scientists who study celestial objects, including the sun, moon, and other planets. They use their knowledge of celestial mechanics and the laws of physics to predict when eclipses will occur. By analyzing the positions and movements of these celestial bodies, astronomers can accurately calculate and forecast the timing and occurrence of eclipses. Therefore, astronomers are the type of scientists who predict when eclipses will occur.

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  • 6. 

    During a total solar eclipse the sun´s ____ is visible around the moon´s shadow

    • Rays

    • Light

    • Glow

    • Corona

    Correct Answer
    A. Corona
    Explanation
    During a total solar eclipse, the sun's corona is visible around the moon's shadow. The corona is the outermost layer of the sun's atmosphere, which is normally not visible due to the brightness of the sun's surface. However, during an eclipse, when the moon completely covers the sun, the corona becomes visible as a faint, glowing halo around the darkened moon. This is caused by the scattering of sunlight off the particles in the corona, creating a beautiful and ethereal sight during the eclipse.

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