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Is it possible to have a solar eclipse when the moon and sun are both at their maximum distances?
Yes, but it wouldn't be a total solar eclipse. It would be an annular eclipse.
The Sun is so far away that the difference between its size when it's at its maximum distance versus its minimum distance is small.
The Moon, on the other hand, is about 30% smaller when at its maximum distance than it appears at its minimum distance. At its maximum distance, it appears smaller than the sun, and thus can't fully cover the Sun's disc.
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When is the next solar eclipse going to happen in Colorado?
There will be an annular/partial solar eclipse on May 20, 2012.
What is an average duration of solar eclipse?
The average duration of a total solar eclipse is around 7.5 minutes, but it can vary from a few seconds to a maximum of about 7.5 minutes depending on the specific path and circumstances of the eclipse.
When would you see a solar eclipse?
We can see the solar eclipse if the reporter say itt when.ok it is very isy diba ala eh ================================================= Another contributor added: A solar eclipse is possible only at the time of New Moon.
Full solar eclipse how often?
Both solar and lunar eclipses generally occur 2 times a year. Some years you will have fewer, or more. For example, there will be NO solar eclipses at all during 2011! The maximum possible number of solar or lunar eclipses per year is five.
Is it possible to have a blue moon and a solar eclipse at the same time?
No. A blue moon happens when there is a second full moon. A solar eclipse happens when there is a new moon and it is right between the sun and the earth. But it is possible to have a blue moon and a lunar eclipse at the same time.
Can a solar eclipse be seen at night?
A solar eclipse at night is not possible.
Why isn't there a solar eclipse and a lunar eclipse?
It depends.. If your planet has 2 or more moons then it its possible to have a solar and lunar eclipse at the same time.
When is the next solar eclipse going to happen in Colorado?
There will be an annular/partial solar eclipse on May 20, 2012.
Is it possible for the solar eclipse to last over a day?
No.
What phase must the moon be in to have a lunar eclipse?
A lunar eclipse is possible only at the time of Full Moon. A solar eclipse is possible only at the time of New Moon.
What is an average duration of solar eclipse?
The average duration of a total solar eclipse is around 7.5 minutes, but it can vary from a few seconds to a maximum of about 7.5 minutes depending on the specific path and circumstances of the eclipse.
When would you see a solar eclipse?
We can see the solar eclipse if the reporter say itt when.ok it is very isy diba ala eh ================================================= Another contributor added: A solar eclipse is possible only at the time of New Moon.
Full solar eclipse how often?
Both solar and lunar eclipses generally occur 2 times a year. Some years you will have fewer, or more. For example, there will be NO solar eclipses at all during 2011! The maximum possible number of solar or lunar eclipses per year is five.
Can an eclipse kill you?
No. The only possible danger would come from looking directly at a solar eclipse, which can damage your eyes.
What 2 possible positions could an eclipse occur?
Sun/Moon/Earth = Solar eclipse Sun/Earth/Moon = Lunar eclipse
Is it possible to have a blue moon and a solar eclipse at the same time?
No. A blue moon happens when there is a second full moon. A solar eclipse happens when there is a new moon and it is right between the sun and the earth. But it is possible to have a blue moon and a lunar eclipse at the same time.
Is eclipse different from solar eclipse?
eclipse is of two kinds- solar eclipse and lunar eclipse
