Moon phases

Question 1

Solar Eclipse

Answer 1

A Solar Eclipse occurs when the Sun, Moon and Earth are lined up in this specific order.
It works by the Moon casting a shadow upon the Earth using the light of the Sun.

Question 2

Lunar Eclipse

Answer 2

A Lunar Eclipse occurs when the Sun, Earth and Moon are lined up in this specific order. It works by the Earth casting a shadow upon the Moon creating a Reddish glow on the moon.

Question 3

Penumbra

Answer 3

The lighter part of a shadow cast by a planet.

Question 4

Umbra

Answer 4

The darkest part of a shadow cast by a planet.