Document Type
Article
Publication Date
9-2019
Abstract
We present a simple method to estimate the size of Earth’s umbral shadow in a classroom setting. The method uses the published sky brightness curves obtained during a total lunar eclipse and requires only a conceptual understanding of lunar eclipses and simple geometric considerations. It is suitable for use in introductory and upper level astronomy courses.
Recommended Citation
Adkins, J. Kevin and Birriel, Jennifer J., "Estimating the size of Earth’s umbral shadow using sky brightness light curves during a lunar eclipse" (2019). Faculty Research at Morehead State University. 979.
https://scholarworks.moreheadstate.edu/msu_faculty_research/979
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