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Annular solar eclipse darkens Easter Island skies
Original: On October 2, 2024, an annular solar eclipse occurred over the remote landscape of Easter Island, Rapa Nui. Unlike a tot
On October 2, 2024, an annular solar eclipse passed over Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui. Unlike a total eclipse, the Moon sat near apogee, its farthest point from Earth, so it appeared smaller than the solar disk and left a glowing ring of sunlight visible above the remote island, drawing attention from astronomy enthusiasts worldwide.
Why now: Striking images and rare views of a 'ring of fire' eclipse over one of the world's most remote inhabited places are being shared and discussed.
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