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Lunar Eclipses for Beginners

Lunar Eclipses for Beginners

FromMeet Star Gazers


Lunar Eclipses for Beginners

FromMeet Star Gazers

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Length:
8 minutes
Released:
May 5, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Hailey Osborn is an educator at the Lowell Observatory. In this episode, we discuss the fundamentals of lunar eclipses.  Time Stamps :01:33 : What is a lunar eclipse ? What happens during a lunar eclipse ?02:16 : What are the types of lunar eclipses ?02:54 : How often does a lunar eclipse happen ?03:28 : What is the difference between a lunar eclipse and a solar eclipse ?04:05 : Why is a lunar eclipse longer than a solar eclipse ?04:22 : Why doesn't a lunar eclipse occur every month ?04:41 : Why does the Moon appear red during a lunar eclipse ?05:13 : What is the difference between the umbra and the penumbra of a lunar eclipse ?05:33 : From where is a lunar eclipse visible ? Useful Links and Resources :Lowell Observatory on YoutubeLunar Phases and Eclipses - NASA Science - Solar System ExplorationLunar Eclipse Page - NASAWhy not an eclipse at every full and new moon ?Lunar eclipses: What are they & when is the next one ?Lunar Eclipse Facts for KidsMr. Eclipse by Fred Espenak If you liked this episode, please consider buying me a coffee.
Released:
May 5, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (37)

The Meet Star Gazers podcast helps you get started on your journey in stargazing. It covers topics like night sky observation, astrophotography, astrotourism and light pollution.