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lunar eclipse English essay

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A lunar eclipse is an astronomical phenomena, taking place when moon moves directly behind the earth and into the earth's shadow.

  • Only when the Sun, Earth, and Moon are precisely or very nearly aligned, will a lunar eclipse occur, with Earth in between. in the night of a full moon, the eclipse takes place.
  • On an average, the total lunar eclipse can occur twice a year and sometimes more. Two complete lunar eclipses occur each three and a half years within the same year.
  • The lunar eclipses are of various forms. There are total eclipses, where the moon passes through the shadow of earth entirely and the whole moon appears to be reddish-brown.
  • Unlike the solar eclipse, the lunar eclipse can last for hours and are safe to view through the telescope and even naked eye.
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