Eclipse of the moon
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The eclipse of the moon occurs when the Earth passes directly between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon.
Step-by-step solution
3 stepsThe Sun illuminates the Earth.
The Earth, positioned between the Sun and the Moon, casts a shadow.
This shadow has two parts: the umbra (the darkest, central part) and the penumbra (the lighter, outer part).
When the Moon passes through the Earth's umbra, a total lunar eclipse occurs.
If it only passes through the penumbra, it's a penumbral lunar eclipse. If it passes through both, it's a partial lunar eclipse.
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