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When the moon blocks out the Sun in a solar eclipse, we can still see the corona.
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True
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False
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -During a total solar eclipse, the moon passes between Earth and the Sun. When this happens, the moon blocks out the bright light of the Sun. The glowing white corona can then be seen surrounding the eclipsed Sun.
Detailed explanation-2: -Sometimes when the Moon orbits Earth, the Moon moves between the Sun and Earth. When this happens, the Moon blocks the light of the Sun from reaching Earth. This causes an eclipse of the Sun, or a solar eclipse. During a solar eclipse, the Moon casts a shadow onto Earth.
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