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What is the phenomenon called when a single bead of light is visible just before the moon completely covers the sun during a solar eclipse?

Lunar Corona

Diamond Ring Effect (correct)

Celestial Mirage

Solar Flare

Why doesn't a solar eclipse occur on every new moon day?

Earth's atmosphere blocks the sun's rays

The moon orbits too close to the Earth

Earth's orbit is not circular

The moon and Earth orbits are at an angle to each other (correct)

How frequently does a total solar eclipse generally occur?

Once every 5-6 months

Once every 10 years

Once every 3-4 months

Once every 1-2 years (correct)

What is the region between the umbra and penumbra during an eclipse called?

Antumbra Signup and view all the answers

During which phase does a solar eclipse always occur?

New Moon Signup and view all the answers

During a total solar eclipse, what is visible to observers in the region of the umbra?

Darkened sun with the corona extending out to space Signup and view all the answers

What type of solar eclipse is characterized by only the outer rim of the sun (corona) being visible as a bright ring around the moon?

Annular eclipse Signup and view all the answers

In a penumbral region during a solar eclipse, what do observers typically see?

Partial solar eclipse Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the apex of the umbral cone does not touch the Earth's surface during a solar eclipse?

Central portion of the sun not visible to some observers Signup and view all the answers

When does an annular eclipse occur?

When the corona of the sun is visible surrounding the moon Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining characteristic of a total solar eclipse?

Darkening of the entire sun due to moon blocking it Signup and view all the answers