UPSC Geography The origin and evolution of the earth Question Bank Universe / Sun / Planets / Earth

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    What is meant by the eclipse of Moon?             

    A)  It occurs when the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon and the centers of all three are on the same straight line.

    B)  It is path along which the moon revolves.        

    C)  For any place, it is the average angle made by a ling drawn from the moon to place and horizontal midnight.                                     

    D)  When the Moon comes between the Sun and the Earth, it causes the shadows of the Moon to fall on Earth.                                      

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     Eclipse of moon occurs when the Earth comes between the Sun and Moon it causes the shadow of the Earth to fall on Moon. A lunar eclipse can only happen during a full moon.


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