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Science Eclipse Test
Question | Answer |
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Is the moon closer or farther from the Earth during an annular eclipse? | The moon is farther from the Earth during an annular eclipse. |
How much of the moon is illuminated during each phase? | Always half of the moon is illuminated during each phase. |
Why do we always see one side of the moon? Explain. | One side of the moon is more dense than the other side which makes it more attracted to the Earth. |
Which kind of eclipse do more people see for themselves, a total lunar eclipse or a total solar eclipse? Why? | A total lunar eclipse because almost half the world can see a lunar eclipse, whereas you have to be in a certain area to see a solar eclipse. |