Trivia Facts On Solar Eclipse! MCQ Quiz

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For a solar eclipse to occur, what has to happen?
- The moon must be directly between Earth and the Sun.
- The sun must be directly between Earth and the moon.

About This Quiz

Do you know anything about solar eclipses to pass this quiz? A solar eclipse occurs when a segment of the earth is covered by a shadow cast by the moon, as it fully or partially blocks the sunlight. This shadow happens when the sun, moon, and earth are aligned. A solar eclipse is a natural phenomenon. Find out how much See moreyou understand about the solar eclipse by taking this quiz.

Trivia Facts On Solar Eclipse! MCQ Quiz - Quiz

2.

During a solar eclipse...
- The sun is blocked
- The Earth is blocked
Correct Answer

A. The sun is blocked
3.

You must wear your eclipse goggles at all times except during totality due to safety reasons.
- False
- True
Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

The statement states that eclipse goggles must be worn at all times except during totality for safety reasons. This means that it is true that you must wear eclipse goggles for the majority of the time during an eclipse, except for the brief period of totality when it is safe to view the eclipse without them.

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4.

Solar eclipses occur during which Moon phase?
- New Moon
- Waning Crescent
- Waxing Crescent
Correct Answer

A. New Moon

Explanation

Solar eclipses occur during the New Moon phase. This is because during a New Moon, the Moon is positioned between the Earth and the Sun, causing the Moon to cast a shadow on the Earth. When this shadow falls on a specific region of the Earth, it creates a solar eclipse. The alignment of the Sun, Moon, and Earth during the New Moon phase allows for this phenomenon to occur.

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5.

Staring at the Sun will not cause permanent damage to your eyes.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. False

Explanation

Staring at the Sun can indeed cause permanent damage to your eyes. The intense brightness of the Sun can lead to a condition called solar retinopathy, where the sensitive cells in the retina become damaged. This can result in blurred vision, blind spots, or even permanent vision loss. Therefore, it is important to never directly stare at the Sun without proper eye protection.

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6.

The closest star to the Earth. A huge ball of gas.
- Planet
- Sun
- Moon
Correct Answer

A. Sun

Explanation

The given correct answer is "sun" because it is the closest star to the Earth and is also a huge ball of gas. The sun is located at the center of our solar system and provides heat, light, and energy to sustain life on Earth. It is a massive celestial body primarily composed of hydrogen and helium gases undergoing nuclear fusion, resulting in the release of vast amounts of energy.

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7.

You would see a partial solar eclipse if you were within the Moon’s penumbra.
- True
- False
Correct Answer

A. True

Explanation

If you were within the Moon's penumbra, you would see a partial solar eclipse. The penumbra is the outer part of the Moon's shadow, where only a portion of the Sun is blocked. In this case, the Moon is not directly in front of the Sun, so only a part of the Sun's light is obstructed, resulting in a partial eclipse.

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8.

What is the darkest inner part of the shadow cone called, where a total eclipse can be viewed?
- Umbra
- Penumbra
- Totality
Correct Answer

A. Umbra

Explanation

The darkest inner part of the shadow cone, where a total eclipse can be viewed, is called the umbra. This is the region where the source of light is completely blocked by the object casting the shadow, resulting in a complete absence of light. In the case of a total eclipse, the moon completely covers the sun, creating a shadow cone with an umbra at its center. This is the area from which observers can witness the total eclipse.

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9.

This image is an example of
- Solar eclipse
- Lunar eclipse
- New moon
Correct Answer

A. Solar eclipse

Explanation

The image provided is an example of a solar eclipse. A solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, blocking the sunlight and casting a shadow on the Earth's surface. In the image, we can see the moon partially covering the sun, indicating that it is a solar eclipse.

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10.

Which of the following is NOT true about a total solar eclipse?
- It can be viewed from every spot on earth
- It is dangerous to look at without the proper device
- You must be within the moon's umbra to see it
Correct Answer

A. It can be viewed from every spot on earth

Explanation

A total solar eclipse cannot be viewed from every spot on earth. It can only be seen from specific locations where the moon's umbra (the darkest part of its shadow) falls on the Earth's surface. Therefore, the statement "It can be viewed from every spot on earth" is not true.

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