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A total solar eclipse is visible only across a narrow path of the Earth's surface; generally no more than 200 miles across, and sometimes much less. A total lunar eclipse occurs on the Moon itself, and is visible from the entire night side of the Earth.

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A total lunar eclipse can be seen anywhere on Earth where the moon is visible..so you are more likely to see a lunar eclipse than a solar eclipse.


Why do more people see a total lunar eclipse then a tootle solar eclipse?

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Why are you are less likely to see a total solar eclipse than a total lunar eclipse?

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Why people observe a total lunar eclipse rather than a total solar eclipse?

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What lasts longer a solar or lunar eclipse?

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Which are you more likely to experience total Solar eclipsefull moontotal lunar eclipse or a partial lunar eclipse?

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Is there a solar or lunar eclipse this year?

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A 7 letter word for solar lunar or total?

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