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.
Aired:
| Expires: | Runtime: 46s
Recent Episodes
-
Episode 8, Season 51<br> Decoding the Universe: Cosmos
Explore big discoveries that have revolutionized our understanding of the universe.| 53:38 -
Episode 7, Season 51<br> Secrets in Your Data
Find out who’s using your data and what you can do about it.| 53:40
Extras
-
A Hidden Cause of Sinkholes Is Lurking Underground
About 40% of the U.S. is susceptible to sinkholes.2:21 -
The Mysterious Illness That Befell Eiffel Tower Construction Workers
Building the massive Eiffel tower on the bank of the Seine River posed more than one challenge.2:50 -
-
The Birth of Artificial Intelligence
The origins of modern AI can be traced back to World War II.3:24 -
How Did Whales Evolve From Land Mammals?
The story of whales’ evolution from land mammals is hidden in their genes.3:08 -
Are Your Online Passwords as Safe as You Think?
Your dog's name, birthday, and zip code do not make secure passwords.2:22 -
The Deepest Underground Lab in the U.S.
A team of researchers hunt for dark matter deep underground in the Black Hills of South Dakota.1:44 -
Inside the Construction of the Statue of Liberty
The Statue of Liberty was one of the most innovative engineering feats of it’s time.2:59 -
How Vera Rubin broke barriers in astronomy
Vera Rubin's work provided convincing evidence for a mysterious substance, dark matter.4:04 -
What Dating Apps Know About You
You might be collecting matches, but dating apps are collecting your data.2:51
