when the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth, with the Moon casting its shadow on its home planet.

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During a solar eclipse, the Moon moves between the Earth and the Sun, casting a shadow on the Earth. This phenomenon occurs when the alignment of the Sun, Moon, and Earth is just right, allowing the Moon to block out the Sun's light. Solar eclipses can be total, partial, or annular, depending on the relative positions of the three celestial bodies. Observing a solar eclipse is a rare and captivating event that has fascinated people throughout history.