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During a solar eclipse, what is the correct alignment of the sun, earth, and moon?
During a solar eclipse, what is the correct alignment of the sun, earth, and moon?
- The moon is beside the earth, opposite the sun
- The moon is between the sun and earth (correct)
- The sun is between the earth and moon
- The earth is between the sun and moon
What is the name of the darkest inner part of the shadow cone where a total eclipse can be viewed?
What is the name of the darkest inner part of the shadow cone where a total eclipse can be viewed?
- Umbra (correct)
- Penumbra
- Antumbra
- Corona
True or False: You must wear eclipse goggles at all times during a solar eclipse.
True or False: You must wear eclipse goggles at all times during a solar eclipse.
- True (correct)
- False
During a solar eclipse, what is the correct alignment of the sun, earth, and moon?
During a solar eclipse, what is the correct alignment of the sun, earth, and moon?
What is the darkest inner part of the shadow cone called, where a total eclipse can be viewed?
What is the darkest inner part of the shadow cone called, where a total eclipse can be viewed?
True or False: You must wear your eclipse goggles at all times during a solar eclipse.
True or False: You must wear your eclipse goggles at all times during a solar eclipse.
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Study Notes
Solar Eclipse Alignment
- Solar eclipses occur when the Moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun.
- This alignment results in the Moon blocking the Sun's light from reaching the Earth.
Parts of the Shadow Cone
- The darkest inner part of the shadow cone during a solar eclipse is called the umbra.
- Total eclipses can only be viewed from within the umbra where the sunlight is completely blocked.
Eclipse Eye Safety
- It is True that eclipse goggles must be worn at all times when viewing a solar eclipse to protect the eyes from harmful solar radiation.
- Ordinary sunglasses are not safe for viewing the Sun directly.
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