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Lunar Eclipse and Earth's Orbit Quiz

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What phenomenon occurs when the moon is directly in the shadow of the Earth?

Solar eclipse

Partial eclipse

Lunar eclipse

Total eclipse (correct)

Why does a lunar eclipse occur?

The moon is in a position directly above or below the Earth's orbit.

The moon's orbit intersects with the Earth's orbit twice during one month.

The moon's orbit is slightly tilted about the Earth's orbit.

The moon passes directly in the shadow of the Earth during the full moon phase. (correct)

When does a partial eclipse occur?

During a full moon phase

When the moon's orbit intersects with the Earth's orbit

When the moon is directly in the shadow of the Earth

When the moon partially passes into the Earth's shadow (correct)

What causes a lunar eclipse to take place?

Sun's rays being blocked from the moon by the Earth Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a solar eclipse to be total?

The moon must be between the sun and the observer's position Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of a total lunar eclipse in the twenty-first century?

103 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Where can a total lunar eclipse in the twenty-first century be seen?

In Saudi Arabia and other countries Signup and view all the answers

What equipment was used to observe the eclipse at the Al-Biruni Observatory in Mecca?

Advanced telescopes and astronomical equipment Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about a total solar eclipse?

It is only visible in specific areas Signup and view all the answers

Why should the sun not be looked at directly during a total solar eclipse?

Because the sun's rays are strong Signup and view all the answers

In what phase must the moon be for a solar eclipse to occur?

New moon Signup and view all the answers

Why was the 11/14/1439 AH lunar eclipse called the eclipse of the century?

Because it was a rare occurrence Signup and view all the answers

"The Earth, the Sun, and the Moon often do not fall on a straight line" - Why is this mentioned in relation to solar eclipses?

"To explain why solar eclipses are not visible everywhere" Signup and view all the answers

What should be located between the sun and the observer's position for a solar eclipse to be total?

The moon's shadow Signup and view all the answers