Source: Extra Practice
During a solar eclipse, what is the correct alignment of the Earth, Moon, and Sun?
Options
Option A is correct
The Moon is between the Sun and the Earth.
Option B
The Earth is between the Sun and the Moon.
Option C
The Sun is between the Earth and the Moon.
Option D
All three celestial bodies are in a random alignment.
Explanation
A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes directly between the Sun and the Earth. In this alignment, the Moon blocks the Sun's light, casting a shadow on a portion of the Earth, leading to the temporary darkening of the sky. If the Earth were between the Sun and Moon, it would be a lunar eclipse. The Sun cannot be between the Earth and Moon.