Q. The solar eclipse occurs when ?
β
Correct Answer: (D)
the moon comes between the earth and the sun
Explanation: A solar eclipse occurs when the moon gets between Earth and the sun, and the moon casts a shadow over Earth. A solar eclipse can only take place at the phase of a new moon, when the moon passes directly between the sun and Earth and its shadows fall upon Earth's surface
Explanation by: Rati Dubey
A solar eclipse occurs when the moon gets between Earth and the sun, and the moon casts a shadow over Earth. A solar eclipse can only take place at the phase of a new moon, when the moon passes directly between the sun and Earth and its shadows fall upon Earth's surface