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An annular eclipse occurs when a new moon is around its farthest point from us and appearing smaller.
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Early risers across the Northern Hemisphere will be able to see an eclipse Thursday morning when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun.
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Astronomers and amateur stargazers are preparing for the solar eclipse, which tracks across the United States next Monday. Central Floridians will see a partial eclipse that will cover about 87 percent of the sun for a few minutes.