Why can the moon eclipse the sun on occasion? (Select all that apply) Sometimes they line up in a straight line.
When the sun is furthest from the Earth it is small enough to be eclipsed.
The moon and sun both have an angular diameter of ½ degree.
The moon appears about the same size as the sun.

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Explanation:

When the moon is at the right distance from the sun this can occur.

The size of the moon will look different and be able to eclipse the sun. And when the sun is furthest from Earth it appears smaller, thus being able to be covered.

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polar areas, such as antarctica or the south pole.