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Eclipse: The Sun, The Moon & The Earth

By Yogita Joshi

| 15 Jan 2021

Hide and Seek in the Sky

Eclipses are the natural phenomenon that occurs when the Earth, the Sun, and the Moon comes into a straight line. It is of two types, Solar Eclipse and Lunar Eclipse. The occurrence of partial eclipses is a common phenomenon. However, a total Solar and total lunar eclipse are rare. In the past Solar eclipses were related to many superstitions and bad happenings. However, with the advancement of science, we know that it is not supernatural. However, it is advisable to not go out during a solar eclipse and not watch it with naked eyes, and the harmful ultraviolet and other rays are at the highest intensity during an eclipse.

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