Certainly! Let's identify the two types of eclipses:
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Lunar Eclipse: This occurs when the Earth is positioned between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon. A lunar eclipse can only happen during a full moon when the celestial bodies align.
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Solar Eclipse: This occurs when the Moon is positioned between the Earth and the Sun, causing the Moon to cast a shadow on the Earth. A solar eclipse can only happen during a new moon when the celestial bodies align.
Here are the common descriptions associated for each type of eclipse:
Lunar Eclipse
- Visible from anywhere on the night side of the Earth: Since the Earth is casting a shadow on the Moon, anyone who can see the Moon at that time can witness the eclipse.
- Can occur only during a full moon: The alignment only takes place when the Moon is full.
Solar Eclipse
- Visible only from a limited area on Earth: The shadow of the Moon only covers a small part of the Earth's surface.
- Can occur only during a new moon: The alignment occurs when the Moon is in front of the Sun.
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