Solar Eclipses: An Observer's Guide (Infographic)
Tuesday, November 13, 2012 - 10:30
in Astronomy & Space
How Solar Eclipses Work: When the moon covers up the sun, skywatchers delight in the opportunity to see a rare spectacle.
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