Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

If the moon passes through the part of the Earth’s shadow called the umbra:

  1. A partial lunar eclipse will occur.

  2. A total lunar eclipse will occur.

  3. A total solar eclipse will occur.

  4. A partial solar eclipse will occure
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The umbra is the darkest, inner part of Earth's shadow where sunlight is completely blocked. When the moon passes through the umbra, a total lunar eclipse occurs. Partial lunar eclipses happen in the penumbra, and solar eclipses occur when the moon blocks the sun.

Keep practicing — related questions