Q. Consider the following statements regarding Solar Eclipses:
1.During a Total Solar Eclipse, the Moon completely obscures the Sun, allowing only the solar corona to be visible to the naked eye.
2.An Annular Solar Eclipse occurs when the Moon is at its closest point to Earth (perigee), appearing larger than the Sun.
3.A Partial Solar Eclipse occurs when the Sun, Moon, and Earth are not perfectly aligned, obscuring only a portion of the solar disk.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is correct: Totality provides the only safe time to look at the corona without filters.
  • Statement 2 is incorrect: An Annular eclipse occurs when the Moon is at its farthest point (apogee). Because it looks smaller, it cannot cover the whole Sun, leaving a Ring of Fire.
  • Statement 3 is correct: This is the most common form of eclipse observed globally.
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