Investigate how the orbits and relative positions of the Moon, the Sun, and Earth produce eclipses using this interactive lesson. Students will work with a variety of models of the Earth–Sun–Moon system to understand the mechanics of lunar and solar eclipses and explain why they are rare.
Why Isn't There an Eclipse Every Month?
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Grade 6 / Year 7, Grade 7 / Year 8, Grade 8 / Year 9
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