Solar eclipse

Solar eclipse

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This task is about a solar eclipse.

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This diagram shows an eclipse of the Sun (solar eclipse).
a) Put an X on the diagram of the Earth to show an area of the Earth where a person would see a total solar eclipse.
b) Put a Y on the diagram to show an area of the Earth where a partial solar eclipse would be seen.
c) Draw another light ray on the diagram to show another area of partial solar eclipse.

Question

d)  Would a person standing at W see an eclipse?
    • Yes

    • No

Explain your answer
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This task can be completed with pencil and paper or by drawing online.
Level:
5
Curriculum info: 
Description of task: 
Students use a diagram of a solar eclipse to answer four questions.
Curriculum Links: 
Science capabilities
The capabilities focus is brought about by the conversations you have and the questions you ask.
 
Capability: Interpret representations
This resource provides opportunities to discuss how diagrams can be used to show solar eclipses.
Science capabilities: 
Answers/responses: 

 

Y10 (05/2003)

a)   See diagram below. very easy
b)   See diagram below. easy
c)   See diagram below. easy
d)

i)
ii)

No
An answer that shows an understanding that the Moon is not between the person standing at W and the Sun.

moderate

diagram of the sun, moon and earth during a solar eclipse