An annular solar eclipse, also known as a 'ring of fire' eclipse, will occur on Wednesday, visible from parts of Easter Island, Argentina and Chile. This occurs when the moon is at a point in its orbit that’s farther from Earth, obscuring all but a ring-shaped sliver of the sun.
A few lucky people will be in the path of the sun's " ring of fire " eclipse.People living on Easter Island as well as the tips of Argentina and Chile will see the annular solar eclipse that will be visible on Wednesday. Here’s how to safely watch the final solar spectacle of the year.Solar eclipses happen when the sun, moon and Earth line up just so. The moon casts a shadow that can partially or totally block the sun’s light.
Solar eclipses happen about two to five times a year. April's total eclipse of the sun dazzled skywatchers in parts of Mexico, Canada and the U.S.Looking directly at the sun can cause eye damage, even when most of it is covered.RELATED: Total eclipse of the heart: Couple gets engaged on special Delta flight to totalityThe annular eclipse is safe to spot wearing solar eclipse glasses, which block out ultraviolet light from the sun and nearly all visible light.
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