As seen from here on Earth, when the Moon is 180° from the Sun (i.e. in the opposite direction in the sky from the Sun), then it is a The Moon in this phase is rising in the east at the same time as the Sun is in the west.

As seen from here on Earth, when the Moon is 180° from the Sun (i.e. in the opposite direction in the sky from the Sun), then it is a The Moon in this phase is rising in the east at the same time as the Sun is in the west.

Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)

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ISBN:9780134746241

Author:Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa

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As seen from here on Earth, when the Moon is 180° from the Sun (i.e. in the opposite
direction in the sky from the Sun), then it is a
The Moon in this phase is rising in the east at the same time as the Sun is
in the west.

Expert Solution

Step 1: Introduction

A lunar eclipse is a celestial occurrence that takes place when the Earth moves in front of the Sun and Moon, casting its shadow on the Moon. The Moon can appear to change color during a lunar eclipse, usually taking on a reddish or copper colour.