Total lunar eclipses occur only during a full moon phase due to the Moon passing through Earth's shadow, resulting in a red appearance. New moons and third quarter moons are not times when total lunar eclipses would occur.
Total lunar eclipses occur when the Moon passes through Earth's shadow, resulting in the Moon appearing red during totality. This phenomenon can only happen during a full moon.
During a new moon, the Moon is not visible from Earth as the side illuminated by the Sun faces away from us, making it impossible for a lunar eclipse to occur during this phase.
Third quarter moons occur when the illuminated side is away from Earth, making it unlikely for a total lunar eclipse to happen during this phase.
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