What is a lunar eclipse?
When the planets align
The shadow reflects on the Moon
The shadow is reflected in Mercury
What are the phases of the Moon?
Full, new, crescent, waxing quarter or waning moon.
Red giants, white dwarfs, neutron stars, etc.
Terrestrial or inner planets and giant or outer planets.
What is a solar eclipse?
When the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking
When the Moon is in its full phase
When there is movement in the tectonic layers
Who studies space and celestial events like eclipses?
Philosophers and sociologists
Astrologers and tarot readers
Astronomers study space
How long does a total solar eclipse typically last?
From a few seconds to a maximum of about 7.5 minutes
An hour and a half
Can last up to 3 days
How do we predict when eclipses will occur?
Using mathematical models and astronomical calculations.
Randomly thinking about when it might happen
Cannot be calculated
What is an eclipse crown?
This is what the sun's rays are called.
It is a crown that is seen on the moon.
A ring of sunlight can be seen around the edges (Moon)
What was thought before people understood eclipses scientifically?
There have not always been eclipses
Eclipses were caused by supernatural or mythical beings.
They have always been seen scientifically.
What are the different types of eclipses?
Solar eclipses and lunar eclipses.
Block light through trees.
Elliptical galaxies and Spiral galaxies
Can you name one myth or story about eclipses from ancient cultures?
__
__
Free
How do ancient myths about eclipses compare to our modern understanding?
Science has always explained natural phenomena
We explain through supernatural things
Our undertanding is based on scientific principles
Can you identify this myth?
Wolves were chasing and devouring the Sun
Gods were angry and causing the Sun or Moon to disappear
People believed that a dragon was eating the Sun (China)
What causes the different phases of the Moon?
Because of the position of the Milky Way.
By the changing positions of the Moon, Earth, and Sun
By the amount of water in the sea
Why is it important to take care when witnessing an eclipse?
It is not necessary to protect yourself, there is less light
To prevent weight gain.
Because looking directly can cause damage to your eyes
Why does the Sun disappear during a solar eclipse?
The Moon blocking the Sun's light from reaching
It disappears for a few seconds of the clipse.
It makes a rotation and disappears from the Milky Way