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The darkest part of the shadow is called the .

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orbit
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penumbra
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umbra
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Solution

The correct option is C umbra
The umbra is the innermost and relatively darkest part of a shadow, where the light from the source is completely blocked by the obstructing body. An observer in the umbra region cannot see the source of light.

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