Let's solve this step by step based on the image you've provided.
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Part 1: Choose the correct answer
We are given two diagrams showing the alignment of the Sun, Earth, and Moon. We need to identify whether each represents a
Lunar Eclipse or a
Solar Eclipse.
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Diagram 1:
- Order:
Earth → Moon → Sun
- The Earth is between the Sun and the Moon.
- This means the Earth casts a shadow on the Moon.
✔ This is a
Lunar Eclipse — when the Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon.
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✔ Correct Answer:
Lunar Eclipse
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Diagram 2:
- Order:
Moon → Earth → Sun
- The Moon is between the Earth and the Sun.
- This means the Moon blocks sunlight from reaching the Earth.
✔ This is a
Solar Eclipse — when the Moon blocks sunlight from reaching parts of the Earth.
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✔ Correct Answer:
Solar Eclipse
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Part 2: Write the name of the Eclipse
Now we are shown two images:
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Image 1:
- Shows a dark disk (Moon) in front of the Sun with a glowing ring around it.
- This is the
corona of the Sun visible during a total eclipse.
✔ This is a
Solar Eclipse (specifically a
Total Solar Eclipse).
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✔ Answer:
Solar Eclipse
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Image 2:
- Shows the Moon appearing red or dark in the sky.
- This happens when the Earth’s shadow falls on the Moon.
✔ This is a
Lunar Eclipse (often called a "Blood Moon" due to the reddish color caused by Earth's atmosphere scattering sunlight).
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✔ Answer:
Lunar Eclipse
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✔ Final Answers:
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Choose the correct answer:
1. Earth → Moon → Sun →
Lunar Eclipse
2. Moon → Earth → Sun →
Solar Eclipse
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Write the name of the Eclipse:
1. Image of black disk with glowing ring →
Solar Eclipse
2. Image of red moon →
Lunar Eclipse
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🌞 Summary:
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Solar Eclipse: Moon blocks the Sun → seen from Earth.
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Lunar Eclipse: Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon → seen from Earth.
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Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of solar and lunar eclipse worksheet middle school.