This chapter delves into how Einstein developed the general theory of relativity and how it predicted the existence of Vulcan, a hypothetical planet. It also explores Sir Arthur Eddington's experiment that confirmed Einstein's predictions and the significance of the 1919 solar eclipse in physics.
What is going on with eclipses? Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Chuck Nice learn about some upcoming eclipses and famous eclipses of the past with meteorologist and eclipse chaser, Joe Rao.
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