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A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon completely covers the sun, blocking its light and casting a shadow on Earth. This phenomenon can only be observed from specific locations on Earth, and it typically lasts for a few minutes to several hours.
The path of totality is the narrow strip of land on Earth where a total solar eclipse can be observed. It varies with each eclipse and is determined by the alignment of the sun, moon, and Earth. Observers within this path experience the full effect of the eclipse, while those outside see only a partial eclipse.