Question

base your answer to the following question on the world map below, which shows regions of earth where a solar eclipse was visible on may 20, 1947. location a, b, c and d are on earths surface. which diagram best represents the positions of earth (e), the sun, and the moon that created the solar eclipse? (diagrams are not drawn to scale.) a) diagram with sun, e, and m in a certain arrangement b) diagram with sun, m, and e in a certain arrangement c) diagram with sun, e, and m in a certain arrangement d) diagram with m, sun, and e in a certain arrangement

Explanation:

Step1: Recall solar - eclipse concept

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon comes between the Sun and the Earth, blocking the Sun's light from reaching the Earth.

Step2: Analyze options

In option C, the Moon (M) is positioned between the Sun and the Earth (E), which is the correct alignment for a solar eclipse.

Answer:

C.