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The cosmic coincidences that made our universe – and us – possible
The sun and moon are positioned just right for us to see total solar eclipses, and the make-up of the universe is just right for life.
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A ship off Greenland’s east coast observed a total solar eclipse last month, during which the sun appeared to vanish. The eclipse progressed over about an hour as the moon moved into alignment, gradually dimming the light. When the moon fully covered the sun, the ship’s crew experienced a sudden loss of daylight, creating a stark contrast between the remaining twilight and the absence of direct sunlight. The event highlighted the dramatic visual impact of a total eclipse on a remote maritime setting.
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