What is an eclipse?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for a definition or explanation of what an eclipse is, based on the context provided in the image.
Answer
An eclipse occurs when the Moon and the Earth form a line with the Sun, causing a shadow.
An eclipse occurs when the Moon and the Earth form a line with the Sun, causing a shadow.
Answer for screen readers
An eclipse occurs when the Moon and the Earth form a line with the Sun, causing a shadow.
More Information
Eclipses can be categorized into solar eclipses, where the Moon blocks the Sun, and lunar eclipses, where the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon.
Tips
Remember that an eclipse can only occur when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are perfectly aligned; any misalignment will result in a partial eclipse or no eclipse at all.
Sources
- ESA - What is an eclipse? - European Space Agency - esa.int
- Lunar Eclipses and Solar Eclipses | NASA Space Place - spaceplace.nasa.gov
- What Is an Eclipse? (Grades 5-8) - NASA - nasa.gov
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