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Annular Eclipse Phenomenon
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Annular Eclipse Phenomenon

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What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where the Moon looks slightly smaller than the Sun and cannot cover it completely?

  • Penumbra phenomenon
  • Partial solar eclipse
  • Total solar eclipse
  • Annular eclipse (correct)

    • When does a total eclipse of the Sun occur?

  • When the Moon is somewhat nearer than its average distance (correct)
  • When the Earth is closest to the Sun
  • When the Moon is at its farthest point from Earth
  • When there is a penumbral shadow cast

    • What happens during a partial solar eclipse?

  • There is a ring of light around the Moon
  • The Moon completely covers the Sun
  • Only a part of the Sun is eclipsed by the Moon (correct)
  • The Sun completely hides behind the Moon

    • Where does the darkest shadow of the Moon intersect the ground during a total solar eclipse?

    <p>At a small point on Earth's surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do observers within the penumbra region witness during a total solar eclipse?

    <p>Partial solar eclipse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines whether an eclipse of the Sun will be total or annular?

    <p>The size of the Sun and Moon</p> Signup and view all the answers

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