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Eclipses


Solar eclipse path on August 1, 2008
From sunrise on the northeastern fringes of North America, to sunset in China, Korea, and Southeast Asia, the Moon's shadow sweeps across a huge area of the world on August 1st.

Lunar eclipse on August 16, 2008
On August 16th, the Moon dives deeply into Earth's shadow — but no one in North America gets to see it!

Don't miss February's total lunar eclipse (the last one anywhere until late 2010) — and look ahead to a total solar eclipse in exotic settings in August.

Looking at the Sun is harmful to your eyes at any time, partial eclipse or no. Fortunately, there are many easy ways to watch the show safely.

Annular eclipse of the Sun
Using a safe solar filter, it's easy to photograph a partial solar eclipse.

Totality
A total eclipse of the Sun is a spectacular sight. With a little preparation and advance planning, you can capture your own souvenir portrait of this awe-inspiring sight.

Totality on October 27, 2004
Lunar eclipses are leisurely affairs — a pleasure to watch and photograph.

With a little help, you can see the first hint of the Earth's shadow — the penumbra — on the Moon's surface. Here's what you need to know.



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