A lunar eclipse occurs during a ___ moon when Earth is ___ between the moon and the Sun.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the conditions under which a lunar eclipse occurs, specifically involving the positions of the Earth, Moon, and Sun.
Answer
full moon; positioned
The final answer is: A lunar eclipse occurs during a full moon when Earth is positioned between the Moon and the Sun.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is: A lunar eclipse occurs during a full moon when Earth is positioned between the Moon and the Sun.
More Information
Lunar eclipses occur during a full moon when Earth's shadow covers the Moon. This positioning allows Earth to block sunlight from reaching the Moon, sometimes giving the Moon a reddish hue due to atmospheric scattering.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing a lunar eclipse with a solar eclipse, where the Moon is between the Sun and Earth.
Sources
- Lunar Phases and Eclipses - NASA Science - science.nasa.gov
- What are lunar eclipses and how do they occur? - Space.com - space.com
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