Q. Sun Eclipse occurs at which of the following phases of Moon?
Answer: New Moon
Notes: A solar eclipse occurs when the shadow of moon falls on earth. It fully or partially blocks sunlight. This occurs when the Sun, Moon and Earth are aligned. Such alignment coincides with a new moon indicating the Moon is closest to the ecliptic plane.

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