Based on the alignment of the Sun, Moon, and Earth, there are four main types of solar eclipses, which include total eclipse, partial eclipse, annular eclipse, and hybrid eclipse.

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The annular solar eclipse will be visible on Wednesday (Oct 2). During this astronomical phenomenon, the moon will pass over the sun creating a “ring of fire”. This year’s eclipse will be visible for a much longer duration of 7 minutes and 25 seconds and will cover 93% of the sun, according to Space.

Ring of fire solar eclipse 2024: When, where and how to watch?

The first partial solar eclipse of 2022 took over the skies of South American nation of Chile. The visual of rare eclipse enchanted people to come out of their homes to witness rare sight of moon taking a 'bite' out of sun.

The first partial solar eclipse of 2022 shows rare sight of moon taking a 'bite' out of sun

The year's first partial solar eclipse will be visible in some parts of the planet from the end of April through the early hours of May 1. The first partial eclipse will not be visible in India, but it will be broadcast live on NASA's YouTube channel for those who are interested.

First partial Solar Eclipse 2022: When and where it is and how to watch it