Physics 2018 JAMB Past Questions - Question 14: Shadows and eclipses result from the

Correct Answer

D

Explanation

interaction of light and objects in their path. Shadows occur when an object blocks the path of light, creating an area of darkness behind it. Eclipses, on the other hand, are celestial events that occur when one astronomical object, such as the Moon or Earth, blocks the light from another object, such as the Sun or Moon. This blocking of light creates a shadow or obscures the view of the object, resulting in a shadow or an eclipse, respectively. Shadows and eclipses are fascinating phenomena that can be observed and studied to better understand the behavior of light and the dynamics of celestial bodies.