total solar eclipse 2017
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The August Eclipse Left A ‘Wake’ In The Earth’s Upper Atmosphere
A total solar eclipse by itself isn’t so unusual – the moon shades the Sun every 18 months, from the view of somewhere on Earth. But this year’s “Great American Eclipse” was special simply for how much inhabited land it covered, crossing the length of America from Oregon to South Carolina. And that led to…
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Stare All You Want At These Incredible Eclipse Images
Image Cache: If you’re reading this post, congratulations on following basic instructions and not burning out your retinas while watching today’s eclipse. For a few hours, folks across America could put aside the myriad horrors of this year and stare at the hot ball of gas literally keeping us all alive. It was actually quite…
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How To Watch Today’s US Solar Eclipse Live, No Plane Ticket Required
It’s finally happening. The total solar eclipse that hasn’t happened in the US since 1979, and won’t happen again from coast to coast until 2045. But if you can’t see it in person, don’t sweat it. Gizmodo has got you covered.
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Why NASA Is Launching Massive Balloons Of Bacteria During The Eclipse
Next week’s total solar eclipse will provide some much-needed wholesome enjoyment for everyone in the United States. To make things even sweeter, NASA — in collaboration with researchers at Montana State University — will be seizing the opportunity to launch some giant balloons during the event.