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Q · Earth Movement And Impactmedium · 45s
The phenomenon of 'Solar and Lunar Eclipses' happens due to:
TopicEarth Movement And Impact
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes directly between the Earth and Sun, casting a shadow on Earth, while a lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth comes between the Sun and Moon, casting Earth's shadow on the Moon.
Final Answer: Option C - Moon's position between Earth and Sun