Super Flower Blood Moon: the first total lunar eclipse of 2022

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The first total lunar eclipse of 2022 has arrived. The Super Flower Blood Moon has been named as such as it coincides with the Spring season in America. A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth moves between the sun and the full moon. During a live discussion on Slooh, an astronomical-based YouTube channel, community experts share why the moon shines red, receiving the Bood Moon moniker:

 

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