Lunar Eclipse Winter Solstice is a photograph by Donna Blackhall which was uploaded on December 22nd, 2010.
Lunar Eclipse Winter Solstice
This eclipse phase was taken December 21, 2010. A total eclipse occurs when the Earth casts its shadow on the full moon, blocking the sun's rays,... more
Title
Lunar Eclipse Winter Solstice
Artist
Donna Blackhall
Medium
Photograph
Description
This eclipse phase was taken December 21, 2010. A total eclipse occurs when the Earth casts its shadow on the full moon, blocking the sun's rays, which otherwise reflect off the moon's surface. The result was that an incredibly bright white moon slipped into shadow and cast a coppery-orange glow. This eclipse was extra special because it happened on the winter solstice. The last time both happened on the same day was on Dec. 21, 1638.
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December 22nd, 2010
