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total eclipse

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total eclipse (plural total eclipses)

(astronomy) An eclipse in which the eclipsed body is completely obscured to the viewer.

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A total eclipse occurs when the observer is within the umbra, an annular eclipse when the observer is within the antumbra, and a partial eclipse when the observer is within the penumbra. Source: Internet

Anyone who has been using online maps to decide where they intend to view the historic Aug. 21 total eclipse of the sun may want to take another look. Source: Internet

A total eclipse of the fur! Source: Internet

Bladen County last saw a total eclipse in 1970. Source: Internet

Whether viewing a partial eclipse like in Bladen County or the total eclipse to the south, interested persons will need to take precautions. Source: Internet

In exactly two months from Wednesday, the community can catch a total eclipse in parts of Oregon. Source: Internet

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