Mr. Eclipse Webquest
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Last updated over 5 years ago
14 questions
Note from the author:
Earth, Sun, and Moon... and Eclipses
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The only phase of the Moon in which a lunar eclipse can occur is...
The only phase of the Moon in which a lunar eclipse can occur is...
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In a lunar eclipse, the ______________________'s shadow blocks out the
______________________ as seen from Earth.
In a lunar eclipse, the ______________________'s shadow blocks out the
______________________ as seen from Earth.
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Why don't we see all sides of the Moon?
Why don't we see all sides of the Moon?
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On average, how many lunar eclipses are there every year?
On average, how many lunar eclipses are there every year?
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What color does the Moon look during a total lunar eclipse?
What color does the Moon look during a total lunar eclipse?
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Why don't we see a lunar eclipse every month? Choose only one answer!
Why don't we see a lunar eclipse every month? Choose only one answer!
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Use the link above to find when we will have our next total lunar eclipse in the Americas?
Use the link above to find when we will have our next total lunar eclipse in the Americas?
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The only phase of the Moon in which a solar eclipse can occur is...
The only phase of the Moon in which a solar eclipse can occur is...
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In a solar eclipse, the ______________________'s shadow blocks out the
______________________ as seen from Earth.
In a solar eclipse, the ______________________'s shadow blocks out the
______________________ as seen from Earth.
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Why is totality described as "awesome?"
Why is totality described as "awesome?"
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How long does the totality during a total solar eclipse last?
How long does the totality during a total solar eclipse last?
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What is the name of the Eclipse shown in the picure? Choose only one answer!
What is the name of the Eclipse shown in the picure? Choose only one answer!
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Why does the umbra not touch the Earth during the type of solar eclipse pictured in number 13?
Why does the umbra not touch the Earth during the type of solar eclipse pictured in number 13?
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When is the next total solar eclipse for N. America? Check the link above (You may ned to go to the extended chart to find your answer.).
When is the next total solar eclipse for N. America? Check the link above (You may ned to go to the extended chart to find your answer.).