A solar eclipse occurs when _________?
Correct answer: B. Moon is between Earth and sun
- A. Venus between Earth and sun
- B. Moon is between Earth and sun
- C. Sun is between Earth and moon
- D. Moon is between Earth and Neptune
Explanation
A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth and casts its shadow on Earth. The alignment must occur near a new moon.
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