What to know about the “Ring of Fire” Eclipse
Season 50
About the Episode
When the moon is at it’s farthest point away from the Earth, it appears small and doesn’t completely cover the sun, creating an annular, or “ring of fire” eclipse.
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| Expires: | Runtime: 46s
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