Solar and Lunar Eclipse

Description
In this video, we demonstrate Solar and Lunar Eclipses using a table-top model. Students learn how the Sun, Earth, and Moon align to cause eclipses and understand the difference between solar and lunar eclipses through a clear visual demonstration.
Learning Objectives

  1. Understand what solar and lunar eclipses are.

  2. Learn the alignment of the Sun, Earth, and Moon during eclipses.

  3. Differentiate between solar eclipse and lunar eclipse.

  4. Understand why eclipses do not occur every month.

  5. Develop astronomy visualization skills.

Key Takeaways

  • A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon blocks sunlight from reaching Earth.

  • A lunar eclipse occurs when Earth’s shadow falls on the Moon.

  • Eclipses happen only during special alignments.

  • Table-top models make eclipse concepts clear and easy.

  • Eclipses are natural, predictable astronomical events.

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