Question

Which of the following is the smallest conceivable amount of time that could pass between a lunar eclipse and a solar eclipse . ( 1point )
a . bout 14 days

b. bout 28 days

c . about 183 days

d. about 365 days

Answer 1

The time required for a moon to orbit around the earth is about 27-28 days

In order for lunar eclipse to occur the line that should be formed is:
Sun-Earth-Moon
because earth is making shade on moon

in order for solar eclipse to occur the line is now:
Sun-Moon-Earth
because moon is making a shade on earth (blocking sun = solar eclipse)

Therefore moon needs to make half of its orbit to go from behind the earth to in front of the earth.

28/2 = 14

Answer is 14