Eclipses Overview Quiz
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What phase of the moon occurs during a solar eclipse?

  • Full moon
  • Waxing crescent
  • Waning gibbous
  • New moon (correct)

During a lunar eclipse, the Earth casts a shadow on the moon.

True (A)

What should you do to protect your eyes during a solar eclipse?

Use solar eclipse glasses or a solar viewer.

A lunar eclipse is typically viewed during the __________ phase of the moon.

<p>full moon</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of eclipse with its key characteristic:

<p>Solar Eclipse = Requires eye protection Lunar Eclipse = Can be viewed with the naked eye</p> Signup and view all the answers

What causes the maximum tide height during spring tides?

<p>The Sun, Earth, and Moon being in a line (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Neap tides occur when the Sun, Moon, and Earth are in a straight line.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relative position of the Sun, Moon, and Earth during neap tides?

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Spring tides result in __________ tide height.

<p>maximum</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the tide type with its characteristics:

<p>Spring Tide = Maximum tide height Neap Tide = Minimum tide height</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Spring Tide

The highest tide, occurring during full and new moon phases.

Neap Tide

The lowest tide, occurring during quarter moon phases.

Full Moon

Moon phase where the entire face is illuminated.

New Moon

Moon phase where the entire face is hidden from view.

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Quarter Moon

Moon phase showing half the face of the moon is illuminated.

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Solar Eclipse

When the moon blocks the sun's light from reaching Earth.

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Lunar Eclipse

When Earth blocks the sun's light from reaching the moon.

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Eclipse Safety

Protect your eyes when observing a solar eclipse.

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Lunar eclipse duration

Lunar eclipses can last up to 3 hours and 45 minutes.

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Eclipse visibility

A solar eclipse is visible in a small area, a lunar eclipse can be seen by anyone in the night part of Earth.

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Study Notes

Eclipses

  • Eclipses occur when one object blocks the sunlight from another object
  • During a solar eclipse, the new moon casts a shadow on Earth
  • During a lunar eclipse, Earth casts a shadow on the full moon
  • A day is shorter during a solar eclipse
  • New moon phase
  • More new moons

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Test your knowledge on solar and lunar eclipses with this quiz. Learn about the mechanics behind these celestial events and their impact on our planet. Discover interesting facts about new moons and their significance in the eclipse cycle.

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