Question

Which of the following phenomenon gives an evidence for the spherical shape of the earth?

• A. Solar eclipse
• B. Lunar eclipse
• C. Revolution
• D. Rotation of Earth

Answer 1

The correct option is

B

Lunar eclipse

• During the Lunar eclipse, be it partial or total; Earth casts a round shadow on the moon's surface, and the sphere is the only shape that casts a round shadow always no matter what the direction of light is.
• In the solar eclipse, the moon casts a shadow on the earth.
• Revolution and rotation of the earth cause change in season and day and night.