types of eclipses

There are two types of eclipse based on the degree of obscuration: partial or total.
types of eclipses 						When the Moon enters the umbra shadow, its bright side diminishes little by little.				  							Occurs when the Moon is completely within the umbra shadow and takes on a reddish appearance.

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lunar eclipse

solar eclipse

partial eclipse

When the Moon enters the umbra shadow, its bright side diminishes little by little.

total eclipse

Occurs when the Moon is completely within the umbra shadow and takes on a reddish appearance.