When does a solar or lunar eclipse occur?
A)when the Sun is near the plane of the Moon's orbit, and the Moon is new or full
B)any time the Moon is new or full
C)half way through an eclipse year
D)when the Sun is near the equinox and the Moon is new or full

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A solar or lunar eclipse occurs when the Sun is near the plane of the Moon's orbit and the Moon is either new or full. This alignment allows the Moon to pass between the Earth and Sun (solar eclipse) or for the Earth to cast a shadow on the Moon (lunar eclipse).

When Does a Solar or Lunar Eclipse Occur