everyday science MCQ #3663

An eclipse of the Sun occurs when:

everyday science MCQ #3663

  1. Question 1

    Q1. An eclipse of the Sun occurs when:

    • A) The Moon is between the Sun and the Earth
    • B) The Sun is between the Earth and the Moon
    • C) The Earth is between the Sun and the Moon
    • D) The Earth casts its shadow on the Moon

    Answer: The Moon is between the Sun and the Earth

    Explanation: A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes directly between the Sun and Earth, blocking sunlight and casting the Moon's shadow on Earth's surface.