Captivating Solar Eclipse Shadows: A Natural Phenomenon Amazes Americans

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Captivating Solar Eclipse Shadows: A Natural Phenomenon Amazes Americans
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Americans witnessed a "ring of fire" annular eclipse on Saturday, and some captured fascinating "eclipse shadows" naturally projected onto the ground. These projections can be seen by creating a pinhole camera or through gaps in the light between leaves of trees. The phenomenon occurs when light passes through a small hole, creating a projection of the eclipse on a surface below. This provides a safe way to view the eclipse without damaging the eyes.

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