Astronomers in India observed a lunar eclipse during the full moon on July 16. Astronomers in Kenya did not observe a lunar eclipse during the full moon on August 15. Which statement best explains the different observations?
Answer
A
The Moon's orbit around Earth is tilted, so not every full moon is in Earth’s shadow.
B
India and Kenya were looking at different sides of the Moon on different nights.
C
Africa is in Earth’s Southern Hemisphere so lunar eclipses cannot be seen there.
D
Kenya was on the wrong side of Earth to see the Moon during late summer.