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How do you explain an eclipse?

Answer 1

When a planetary body covers the other we call it an eclipse.

When the earth comes between the moon and the sun, lunar eclipse happens because the shadow of the earth is formed on the moon.

And,
When the moon comes between the earth and the sun, solar eclipse happens because moon blocks the sun.

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Answer 2

Emilia Acosta

There are two main types of eclipses: solar and lunar. In a solar eclipse, the Moon moves between the Earth and the Sun, preventing sunlight from reaching certain parts of the Earth's surface. In a lunar eclipse, the Earth moves between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the Moon's surface, making it appear dark or red. Total, partial, and annular eclipses can be further classified based on the alignment of the Sun, Moon, and Earth as well as visibility from different locations on Earth. Total, partial, or penumbral eclipses can also be identified based on how deeply the Moon enters one

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