2023-10-14 18:33:09
Millions of Americans were able to observe an annular eclipse for the first time on Saturday, the Moon having covered the Sun for a few minutes, revealing a “ring of fire”.
The eclipse should then be visible in several countries in Central and South America (Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, etc.).
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During an annular eclipse, the Moon is a little further from Earth than during a total eclipse, and its diameter therefore appears, from our point of view, slightly smaller than that of the Sun — which produces this “ring” orange.
The event is also a scientific opportunity for NASA, which plans to closely study changes in temperature and atmosphere.
AFP
To admire it, special certified glasses must be worn, even for those further away from the optimal observation zone, who will therefore only see a partial eclipse, insisted the American space agency.
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