Umbra
- “what is the umbra”
- “why is the path of totality narrow”
- “umbra vs penumbra”
- “why aren't there eclipses every month”
01 · Side by side
Side by side
Comparison sheet
| Aspect | Umbra | Antumbra |
|---|---|---|
| Sun is | Fully covered | Ringed |
| Eclipse type | Total | Annular |
| Position | Before the cone's tip | Beyond it |
| Moon appears | Larger than Sun | Smaller |
02 · Which one you meant
Which one did you mean?
In shortReaders who land here meaning Umbra rather than Antumbra are usually searching for phrases like “what is the umbra”, “why is the path of totality narrow”, “umbra vs penumbra”.
03 · Read either one