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Eclipses occur when celestial bodies align from "summary" of The Secret World of Stargazing by Adrian West
One of the fascinating phenomena in the night sky is the occurrence of eclipses. These events take place when celestial bodies align in a particular way, creating a temporary darkening or obscuring of one body by another. This alignment is crucial for an eclipse to occur, whether it is a solar eclipse, where the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, or a lunar eclipse, where the Earth comes between the sun and the moon. The alignment required for an eclipse is a precise and delicate balance of positioning in space. In the case of a solar eclipse, the moon must be in just the right position to cast its shadow on the Earth, blocking out the sun's light. This alignment creates a spectacular sight for observers on Earth, as the sun appears to be covered by a dark disc, surro...
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