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A solar eclipse is caused by the moon blocking the sun's light and thus casting a shadow. The moon is orbiting Earth and thus moving relative to it. As the moon moves, so does its shadow.

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What are the 3 myths associated with the lunar eclipse?

There are several cultures that have myths about the lunar eclipse, all seem to think something is swallowing the moon. While the Egyptians saw it as a sow swallowing the moon, the Mayans a Jaguar and the Chinese a three legged toad. The most bizarre being that some societies believed it to be a demon and tried to chase it away by throwing things at the moon.


Why is a Solar Eclipse So Dangerous?

If you are referring to you eyes, no, definitely not. A SOLAR eclipse is what is dangerous to look at, because the moon is in front of the sun. In a lunar eclipse the sun is in front of the moon. The logic might seem kinda backwards, but it all adds up to the single word that NO, lunar eclipses ARE NOT DANGEROUS.


Where can a solar eclipse be seen from?

A total solar eclipse is visible from many places the best include places that are higher than others so that you can look more directly at it note that it is horrible for your eyes to look directly at a solar eclipse so try not to look directly at it!


Do partial lunar eclipse occur more often than total eclipse?

Total solar eclipses are much less frequent because it is much more likely that part of a planet/moon/satellite gets partly in our way of the sun than a planet/moon/satellite gets 100% in our way.


When can you see a total solar eclipse?

You can see a total solar eclipse when the moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun, completely blocking out the Sun's light. This phenomenon can only be observed in specific areas where the alignment of the Sun, Moon, and Earth is precise.

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Why does the eclipse seem to to travel from one place to another?

A solar eclipse is caused by the moon blocking the sun's light and thus casting a shadow. The moon is orbiting Earth and thus moving relative to it. As the moon moves, so does its shadow.


Edward Jacob in Eclipse?

This doesn't seem to be question but JACOB RULES!!! Magical.


Why is looking at an eclipse worse than looking at the sun?

Looking at an eclipse is worse than looking at the sun because during an eclipse, the sun's harmful rays can still damage your eyes even though it may not seem as bright. The eclipse does not reduce the sun's harmful effects on your eyes, so it is important to use proper eye protection when viewing an eclipse.


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What is the best travel insurance in Australia?

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Is looking at a solar eclipse worse than looking directly at the sun?

Yes, looking at a solar eclipse is worse than looking directly at the sun because the harmful rays of the sun can still damage your eyes during an eclipse, even though it may seem less bright. It is important to use proper eye protection when viewing a solar eclipse.


What is another for to seem?

appeared to \ looks like


What is a other word for appear?

Another word for appear is seem. They did not appear upset. They did not seem upset.


What is it called when the moon lies between earth and the sun but does not block the light from reaching earth?

There are three possible answers:- A New Moon; the Moon is not seen as the light from the Sun overpowers everything in its vicinty. A Partial Eclipse; Some light from the Sun is seem , but also the Moon's shadow. An Annular Eclipse; The Moon passes directly in front of the Sun , but a ring of sunlight is seem .


Which are the cheapest travel agencies from Vancouver?

The cheapest travel agencies depend on where one wants to travel. However, a good option is SkyScanner as they usually seem to have a good number of deals.


What is the other name for the monitor?

They seem not to have another name.