During a lunar eclipse, what is the phase of the Moon? A full B third quarter C new D waxing crescent

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During a lunar eclipse, what is the phase of the Moon?
A
full
B
third quarter
new
waxing crescent
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The solar system is a gravitationally bound system around the sun. It has 8 planets, their moons, asteroids, comets, etc. revolving around the sun in their orbit. The interaction between the celestial bodies causes many phenomena.
Earth is the third planet in the solar system. It is a terrestrial planet, meaning it has a solid and rocky surface. It has one natural satellite. The name of the satellite is the moon, which revolves around the earth for almost 28 days.
 
 

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