alleryStart learning →A lunar eclipse happens when which event occurs?
AThe Moon passes through Earth's shadow
BEarth passes through the Moon's shadow
CThe Sun passes behind a planet
DThe Moon hides the Sun fully
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. The Moon passes through Earth's shadow
A lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon moves into the shadow cast by Earth.
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