The Difference Between an Umbral Eclipse and a Penumbral Eclipse

question 181

Multiple Choice

The difference between an umbral eclipse and a penumbral eclipse is

• A) entirely dependent on viewing position on Earth.
• B) whether the Moon is farther from the Sun than Earth is or whether it is closer to the Sun than Earth is.
• C) dependent on the distance of the Moon above or below the ecliptic.
• D) whether Earth's rotation axis is tilted toward or away from the Moon during the eclipse.

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Definitions:

Injunction

A judicial directive mandating that a person or organization either perform or halt a particular act.

Punitive Damages

Monetary compensation awarded in lawsuits intended to punish the defendant for particularly harmful behavior and deter future misconduct.

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Occurs when one party to a contract communicates their intention not to fulfill their obligations under the contract before they are due.

Compensatory Damages

Money awarded to a plaintiff to reimburse for loss, injury, or harm suffered as a result of another's breach of duty or negligence.