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What is a lunar eclipse?

A lunar eclipse, also known as a blood moon because of its red glow, takes place around twice a year. But this one will last longer than any in the 21st Century. How do lunar eclipses take place and why don't they happen more often?

Photo: A 'blood moon' with a reddish glow (Credit: 麻豆官网首页入口)

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