TED-Ed: What creates a total solar eclipse? - Andy Cohen

The video explains the phenomenon of a total solar eclipse, where the moon's shadow crosses the Earth, turning day into night and revealing the sun's corona. It covers historical accounts of eclipses, their cultural significance, and the mechanics behind them. The video also discusses different types of eclipses, the future of eclipses as the moon moves away from Earth, and the significance of the 2017 eclipse, emphasizing the importance of safety precautions when viewing such events.

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