Question

1. solar eclipses happen when the moon is in new moon phase.
2. why dont solar eclipses happen every time the moon is between the sun and earth? scroll for more

Explanation:

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is positioned between the Sun and the Earth. This alignment happens during the new - moon phase. In the new - moon phase, the side of the Moon facing the Earth is not illuminated (as the Moon is between the Sun and Earth), and it is in the correct orbital position for a solar eclipse. A full - moon phase has the Earth between the Sun and the Moon (which is for a lunar eclipse), and a solar eclipse does not happen in "any" phase as it requires the specific new - moon alignment.

Answer:

new moon