Question

select the correct answer.
in which situation would you see a partial lunar eclipse?
a. the entire moon passes through earth’s shadow
b. the moon passes between earth and the sun
c. a portion of the moon passes through earth’s shadow
d. the moon lies completely outside of earth’s shadow

Explanation:

To determine the situation for a partial lunar eclipse, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The entire Moon passing through Earth’s shadow is a total lunar eclipse, not partial.
• Option B: The Moon passing between Earth and the Sun is a solar eclipse (either total, partial, or annular), not a lunar eclipse.
• Option C: A partial lunar eclipse occurs when only a portion of the Moon enters Earth’s shadow (umbra or penumbra), which matches this description.
• Option D: If the Moon is completely outside Earth’s shadow, there is no lunar eclipse.

Answer:

C. a portion of the Moon passes through Earth’s shadow