Multiple Choice
Suppose Earth orbited half as far from the Sun but that the size of the Moon and its orbit around Earth were the same as they are today. Which of the following statements would be true?
A) It would not be possible to experience a total solar eclipse from Earth.
B) It would not be possible to experience a partial solar eclipse from Earth.
C) A total solar eclipse would occur every month at some point on Earth.
D) Total solar eclipses would last twice as long.
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