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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
- During a solar eclipse, the sun, earth, and moon are in a straight line, with the moon between the earth and the sun.
Eclipse Viewing
- The darkest inner part of the shadow cone, where a total eclipse can be viewed, is called the umbra.
Safety Precautions
- It is not necessary to wear eclipse goggles at all times during a solar eclipse; however, it is recommended to wear them when viewing the eclipse directly.
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