Question

The sun and moon are very different sizes, but often appear to be the same size. During a solar eclipse, our tiny moon can totally block the giant sun because of

A:the dark side of the moon facing Earth.
B:the large shadow Earth casts on the sun.
C:their differing distances from the Earth.
D:the reflection of light waves from the sun.

Answer 1

The Sun and Moon are Very Different Sizes, But Often Appear to be the same Size. During a Solar Eclipse, Our Tiny moon can totally Block the Giant Sun because of

Answer:C.Their Differing Distances from the sun

Explaining:During a solar eclipse, our tiny moon can totally block the giant sun because of their differing distances from the Earth. The moon is much, much closer to Earth than the sun. It appears to be much larger, due to its place in space. When the two line up, it seems like the moon is large enough to block the sun.

Answer 2

C : their differing distances from the Earth.