Select the correct answer. In which situation would you see a partial lunar eclipse? A. the entire Moon passes through Earth's shadow B. the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun C. a portion of the Moon passes through Earth's shadow D. the Moon lies completely outside of Earth's shadow

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Emanuel Cain

Biology

31 October, 04:15

Select the correct answer. In which situation would you see a partial lunar eclipse? A. the entire Moon passes through Earth's shadow B. the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun C. a portion of the Moon passes through Earth's shadow D. the Moon lies completely outside of Earth's shadow

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Claire Lamb · Answer 1

Claire Lamb 31 October, 04:18

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C is the answer to this question.

Natalya Huff · Answer 2

C. a portion of the Moon passes through Earth's shadow

Explanation:

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth and the Moon lie in a straight line with Earth between the Sun and the Moon.

Moon does not have its own light. It is illuminated by the sunlight. When the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon, it blocks the sunlight falling on moon and a lunar eclipse is said to occur.

A total lunar eclipse occurs when the whole moon passes through the Earth's shadow. When a portion of moon passes through the Earth's shadow, a partial lunar eclipse occurs.

Thus, option c is correct.