Question

on average, the air temperature drops by 10 degrees fahrenheit during a total solar eclipse. why does this happen? choose 1 answer: a the sun stops producing energy during a total solar eclipse. b the sun temporarily sets during a total solar eclipse. c the sun is blocked by the moon during a total solar eclipse.

Explanation:

During a total solar eclipse, the moon comes between the Earth and the sun, blocking the sun's light and heat from reaching the Earth. This is why the air - temperature drops. The sun doesn't stop producing energy during an eclipse, and it doesn't set temporarily.

Answer:

C. The sun is blocked by the moon during a total solar eclipse.