Why Are Solar Eclipses Only Visible in Some Parts of the World?

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10.14.05

Why Are Solar Eclipses Only Visible in Some Parts of the World?

This 'Ask an Astronomer' episode explains eclipses of the sun and why they can't be seen everywhere.

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