In what position must the moon be to cause a solar eclipse?

Answer 1

The moon would need to be less than a first quarter moon OR less than a last quarter moon - but MORE than a new moon, in order for us to see it as a crescent. Anything MORE than those would be a gibbous, except when it's full.

Answer 2

The moon must be in between the Earth and the Sun in order to cause a solar eclipse. This positioning, known as syzygy, allows the moon to cast its shadow on the Earth when it passes directly in front of the Sun.

Answer 3

The moon needs to be on the opposite side of the Earth from the sun for a moongazer to watch the full moon.

Answer 4

A lunar eclipse does not occur at every full moon. When it does happen (if you check your calendar), you will need to be on the night side of the Earth to see the eclipse.

Answer 5

The center of the moon must be within 1,000 miles or so of the line

that joins the centers of the Earth and Sun.

Answer 6

The occasion is the time of "New Moon", and the moon is physically right between

the sun and Earth, so that its shadow falls on the Earth.

Answer 7

Between Earth and Sun.

Answer 8

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Answer 9

When the Sun is out.