Lunar Eclipse Observation

Understanding Lunar Eclipses: Types and Phases
This video is part of a comprehensive series initially developed for William Paterson University and CUNY Hunter, aimed at supporting online classes and course materials for introductory astronomy. By engaging with all the videos within this series, you will effectively complete a full undergraduate course in astronomy, equipping yourself with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the night sky with confidence, learning all the basics and many advanced topics!

• Lunar Eclipse Observation: A video of a total lunar eclipse, visible in New York City on October 8th, 2014, was taken at 5:00 AM.
• Lunar Eclipse Explanation: Lunar eclipses occur when the moon passes into the Earth’s shadow, creating a fascinating visual effect different from the phases of the moon.
• Penumbral Lunar Eclipse: A penumbral lunar eclipse happens when the moon enters the Earth’s shadow, with the Umbra representing the darkest parts of the shadow.
•...