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The sun can sometimes be behind the moon, it depends on where the moon, earth and sun are relative to each other.

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What kind of moon do we see if the sun is behind the moon?

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What is the eclipse called when the moon is behind earth?

First the order is |Sun : Moon : Earth| and when the Moon is behind the Earth it is |Sun : Earth : Moon|, which would be a Lunar Eclipse.


Is there a full moon when the sun is behind and a little above earth?

No, a full moon occurs when the sun, Earth, and moon are aligned with the Earth in the middle. The sun illuminates the entire side of the moon facing Earth, which gives it its full appearance. If the sun is behind and a little above Earth, the moon would not be in the position for a full moon.


Can you see a full moon when the sun is behind?

Yes. It is known as a solar eclipse when the moon crosses in front of the sun.


What is the position of the sun moon and earth during a full moon?

During a full moon, the sun, Earth, and moon are in a straight line with the Earth in the middle. The sun illuminates the entire side of the moon facing the Earth, making it appear fully illuminated from our perspective.


When the sun is behind the moon What do you see?

When the sun is behind the moon, you see a solar eclipse. The moon blocks the sun's light, casting a shadow on the Earth's surface. This phenomenon is only visible in specific regions during the day.


Why doesn't the moon shine through a solar eclipse?

The moon only shines off of the sun's rays so when the sun is behind the moon there are no rays to be reflected off the moon ...


What are affect by both the Moon and the Sun?

i do ot understand what you are asking but i do believe if the sun goes behind the moon it is called a solar eclipse.


What color is a full moon?

the moon is black because there is no sun reflecting on it the sun is behind the moon


Where is the sun when you view a full moon?

When you view a full moon, the sun is directly opposite the moon, which is why the moon appears fully illuminated. This positioning is known as "opposition" and it occurs when the sun, Earth, and moon are in a straight line with Earth in the middle.


What is it called when the sun and moon cross paths?

When the Sun and Moon cross paths, it's called a Solar Eclipse. If the Sun is in front of the Earth and the Moon is behind, then it's called a Lunar Eclipse.


Where is the moon during the full moon?

The moon is sometimes behind the sun covering certain parts of it and when the earth moves we orbit round the sun and the moon goes behind it so we can see it in the day! If you have anymore questions comment below and post your question xD