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What is a lunar eclipse?

Earth's shadow falls on the Moon.

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  1. The Moon blocks the Sun
  2. The Sun goes out
  3. Earth's shadow falls on the Moon ✔

Why: During a lunar eclipse, Earth passes between the Sun and Moon, and Earth's shadow covers the Moon.

Huh, didn't know that: During a lunar eclipse, Earth passes between the Sun and Moon, and Earth's shadow covers the Moon.

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A lunar eclipse is a shadowy show!
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Answer: Earth's shadow falls on the Moon. During a lunar eclipse, Earth passes between the Sun and Moon, and Earth's shadow covers the Moon.

  1. Scouting America: Astronomy www.scouting.org/merit-badges/astronomy
    Explain the relative positions of the Sun, Earth, and the Moon at the times of lunar and solar eclipses
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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