What phenomenon occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light?
Category: Science · Difficulty: medium
Hint: It's an event you might want to watch with special glasses.
Answer
Solar Eclipse
Explanation
A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon obscures the Sun from view, creating a shadow on Earth.
This is a medium science riddle — a moderate challenge for most people. The answer is Solar Eclipse.
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