Annular Solar Eclipse of May 20, 2012 (Photo Guide)

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May 20, 2012, Annular Solar Eclipse Map

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Nearly all North America gets at least a partial eclipse on May 20th, with the Moon taking a big bite out of the Sun. The eclipse will still be in progress at sunset for much of the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.

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