
A space expert wanted to use the eclipse as a science class. The DJs had other ideas.
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Mar Carretero-Castrillo is a famous astrophysicist from Spain.
She returned to her small village to see a total solar eclipse.
This village is located exactly in the path of the eclipse.
She wanted to teach science to the inhabitants and the children.
However, hundreds of people arrived for a big festival.
Many DJs played loud music while the sky became dark.
The scientist was surprised because the party was very noisy.
It was difficult to study the stars with so many people.
Now, the village must choose between science and tourism.
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