Lunar Eclipse December 2010 Photos: Moon Eclipse 2010, Pictures

by NowPublic Staff | December 21, 2010 at 08:02 am
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Photos: Lunar Eclipse December 2010: How Often Does A Lunar Eclipse Occur?

With the moon eclipse on December 20th, or December 21st depending on where you viewed the lunar eclipse now over some dramatic photos and common questions are surfacing online.

How often does a lunar eclipse occur?

Every year there are at least two lunar eclipses, although total lunar eclipses are significantly less common. If one knows the date and time of an eclipse, it is possible to predict the occurrence of other eclipses using an eclipse cycle like the Saros cycle.



Now on to the photos of the lunar eclipse. The moon eclipse photos below were taken in the USA, primarily in New York City and Washington D.C.

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Lunar Eclipse December 2010 Photos | Photo 02

Lunar Eclipse December 2010 Photos | Photo 02

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