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[#81] Which among the following imaginary line lies at 0° latitude?
Correct Answer

(A) Equator

Explanation

Solution: Imaginary line lies at 0° latitude is Equator. Zero degrees latitude is the line designating the Equator and divides the Earth into two equal hemispheres (north and south).

[#82] Lunar eclipse occurs on ________
Correct Answer

(B) Full moon

Explanation

Solution: An eclipse of the Moon (or lunar eclipse) can only occur at Full Moon, and only if the Moon passes through some portion of Earth's shadow.

[#83] What can be the maximum duration of totality for a solar eclipse?
Correct Answer

(B) 7 minutes 40 seconds

Explanation

Solution: The maximum theoretical duration for a total solar eclipse is 7 min 40 sec.

[#84] If it is 4 P.M. on Monday at 150°W, what will be the time at 150°E ?
Correct Answer

(D) 12 Noon on Tuesday

Explanation

Solution: If it is 4 P.M. on Monday at 150°W, 12 Noon on Tuesday will be the time at 150°E.

[#85] During Lunar eclipse, which of the following is at the centre?
Correct Answer

(A) Earth

Explanation

Solution: Lunar eclipse takes place when Moon passes through the shadow of Earth i.e. Earth comes between Sun and Moon. Apartial eclipse occurs if only a part of Moon passes through the shadow.