Annanya:
Good [morning/afternoon], everyone,
Have you ever looked up at the night sky and noticed the Moon looking different, sometimes turning a
deep red? This happens during a lunar eclipse, a fascinating event where the Earth's shadow falls on the
Moon. Today, I'll explain how this happens, why the Moon changes color, and why it's so special to
watch.
Aaishi:
In a total lunar eclipse, the entire Moon is covered by the Earth's shadow. During this time, the Moon
often turns red, which is why it's called a "blood moon." This happens because sunlight has to pass
through Earth's atmosphere, and only the red light reaches the Moon.
Lunar eclipses happen a few times a year, but they aren't always visible in every place. They are safe to
watch without special glasses, unlike solar eclipses.
Annanya:
In the past, people thought lunar eclipses were signs of bad luck or even a battle in the sky. But today,
we know they are a natural event that happens because of the way the Sun, Earth, and Moon move in
space.
Aaishi:
In conclusion, a lunar eclipse is a beautiful and interesting event to watch. It shows us how connected
the Earth, Moon, and Sun are.
Thank you.