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General Astronomy - Eclipses and the Motion of the Moon

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This introductory lecture explains lunar phases, synchronous rotation, the Moon’s far side, and the conditions that produce lunar and solar eclipses. It includes a simple ball-and-light demonstration of lunar phases.

Syllabus

Introduction
Demonstration
Moon in the Daytime
Concept Checks
Synchronous Rotation
Full Moon
Types of Eclipses
Eclipse Conditions
Shadow of the Moon
Lunar Eclipses
Total Lunar Eclipse
Total Lunar Eclipse with Umbra
Solar Eclipses
Corona
Total Solar Eclipse

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