Here's a breakdown:
* Solar Eclipse: This happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, blocking out the Sun's light and casting a shadow on Earth.
* Lunar Eclipse: This happens when the Earth passes between the Sun and Moon, casting a shadow on the Moon.
Important Note: While we often talk about a celestial body casting a "shadow" on another, it's important to understand that it's not a true shadow in the traditional sense. Light from the Sun doesn't actually "bend" around the object creating the eclipse. Instead, the eclipsing body blocks the light from reaching the other body.
