Question

which of the following is true for a solar eclipse? the earth is casting a shadow on the sun. the sun is casting a shadow on the moon. the moon is casting a shadow on the earth. the earth is casting a shadow on the moon.

Explanation:

A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon comes between the Sun and the Earth, blocking the Sun's light and casting its shadow on the Earth. Let's analyze each option:

• "The Earth is casting a shadow on the sun": Incorrect, Earth can't cast shadow on Sun in solar eclipse.
• "The sun is casting a shadow on the moon": Incorrect, Sun doesn't cast shadow on Moon in this context.
• "The moon is casting a shadow on the Earth": Correct, as Moon blocks Sun's light onto Earth.
• "The Earth is casting a shadow on the moon": This is a lunar eclipse, not solar.

Answer:

The moon is casting a shadow on the Earth.