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Astronomy is the scientific study of celestial objects and the universe, revealing our place within it. Key astronomical phenomena include solar and lunar eclipses, which occur during specific moon phases and are important for understanding the cosmos. The phases of the moon transition from New Moon to Full Moon and back, while eclipses provide insights into celestial mechanics and inspire technological advancements.

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Astronomy is the scientific study of celestial objects and the universe, revealing our place within it. Key astronomical phenomena include solar and lunar eclipses, which occur during specific moon phases and are important for understanding the cosmos. The phases of the moon transition from New Moon to Full Moon and back, while eclipses provide insights into celestial mechanics and inspire technological advancements.

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1.

explain what is astronomy


Astronomy is the scientific study of celestial objects, such as stars, planets, moons, comets, and
galaxies, as well as the universe as a whole. Essentially, astronomy helps us uncover the mysteries
of the cosmos and our place within it.

2. enumerate the examples of astronomical phenomena


The astronomical phenomena are extremely interesting events and occurrences in the universe that
captivate scientists and observers alike. Solar and lunar eclipses are among the most well-known,
showcasing the alignment of the Sun, Earth, and Moon

3. describe the phases of the moon


The Moon changes shape in the sky because of how it moves around Earth. It starts with the New
Moon, when we can't see it. Then it grows bigger as a Crescent, a Half Moon, and a Full Moon.
After the Full Moon, it starts getting smaller again, becoming a Half Moon, a Crescent, and finally
back to a New Moon.

4
A lunar eclipse can only occur during a Full Moon and is visible from anywhere on Earth where
the Moon is above the horizon, often making the Moon appear reddish. while a solar eclipse
happens during a New Moon, and its visibility is limited to specific areas along the Moon's
shadow path, where the Sun appears partially or completely blocked.

5.
Astronomical phenomena are important because they help us understand the world and our place in it. They have
calendars, and cultural traditions. Today, studying these events has led to technologies like satellites and GPS,
which make our lives easier. They also inspire us to learn and explore, revealing how the universe works and
connecting us to something greater.

What I Know

1. D

2. B

3. D

4. B

5. D

6. C

7. A

8. C

9. D

10. D

11. A

12. B

13. C

14. D

15. A

LUNAR ECLIPSE
1. the moon passes through the

earth's shadow

2. Happens during a full moon

3. occurs about twice every year

3. last for a an hour.

BOTH

1. occurs when one space object moves.

SOLAR ECLPSE

1. Sun's light block bt the moon

2. happens during a new moon

3. occurs about one (1) year twice every of another

4. last for a few minutes

What’s More

Activity 2.1 Phases of the Moon

1. New moon

2. Waxing crescent

3, third quarter

4. Waxing gibbous

5. Full moon

6. Wanning gibbous
7. Third quarter

8. Wanning crescent

Activity 2.2 Differences of Lunar and Solar Eclipses

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What I Have Learned

1. Sun

2. horizon

3. Moon

4. eclipse

5. solar

6. stars

7. Venus

8. Mars

9. Jupiter

10. Saturn

Assessment

1. A

2. C
3. C

4. B

5. B

6. B

7. B

8. C

9. B

10. D

11. C

12. C

13. D

14. B

15. C

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