With reference to Ring of fire Solar Eclipse, consider the following statements:1.It occurs when the Moon passes in front of the Sun, but is not close enough to completely cover it.2.A ring of fire solar eclipse is also known as a total solar eclipse.Select the correct statements using the codes given below: |ForumIAS

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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation –

Statemen1 is correct. Ring of fire Solar Eclipse occurs when the Moon passes in front of the Sun, but is not close enough to completely cover it.

Statement 2 is incorrect. A ring of fire solar eclipse, also known as an annular solar eclipse, is different from a total solar eclipse.

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