Consider the following statements 1 The lunar eclipse is a phenomenon that occurs when the Earth moo...........

Geography Shape and Motions of Earth

Consider the following statements:

1. The lunar eclipse is a phenomenon that occurs when the Earth, moon and sun are in perfect alignment, blanketing the moon in the Earth's shadow.

2. “Blood Moon” is the term used when a second full moon in a calendar month.

3. Total lunar eclipse takes place when blue moon, supermoon and blood moon coincides.

Which of the above statements are correct?

1&2 only

1&3 only

2&3 only

1,2&3 only

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Explanation:

In News:
January 31 witnessed a rare three lunar phenomenon: A supermoon, a blue moon and a blood moon.
This was the first time all three events occurred simultaneously since 1866 - more than 150 years ago.
This phenomenon was visible in large parts of the US, north-eastern Europe, Russia, Asia, the Indian Ocean, the Pacific, and Australia.