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Geography GK · Q21

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Competitive Exams · Geography GK · question 21

Q21

The darkest part of the shadow during eclipse is

A.
Halo
B.
Umbra
Answer
C.
Penumbra
D.
Black Hole

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:
The umbra (Latin for "shadow") is the innermost and darkest part of a shadow, where the light source is completely blocked by the occluding body. An observer in the umbra experiences a total eclipse.