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When does total solar eclipse occur?

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When Moon completely covers Sun as seen from earth
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When Sun completely covers Moon as seen from earth
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When Earth completely covers Sun as seen from moon
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The correct option is C When Moon completely covers Sun as seen from earth
Total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is between the Sun and the Earth, and an umbra is cast by the Moon on the Earth's surface.

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