During a solar eclipse visible from Trinidad in 2023, students observed the Moon blocking the Sun's light. Which statement correctly explains why a solar eclipse does not occur every month?

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Question

During a solar eclipse visible from Trinidad in 2023, students observed the Moon blocking the Sun's light. Which statement correctly explains why a solar eclipse does not occur every month?

Accepted Answer

The Moon's orbital plane is tilted relative to Earth's orbital plane — Award 1 mark for identifying orbital tilt as the reason. A is incorrect — the Moon orbits Earth approximately every 27.3 days. C is incorrect — distance is not the determining factor. D is incorrect — Earth's rotation rate does not affect eclipse frequency.

Answer

The Sun is too far away from the Moon

Answer

The Moon does not orbit the Earth every month

Answer

The Earth rotates too slowly on its axis

Answer

The Moon's orbital plane is tilted relative to Earth's orbital plane

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