Mercury Crosses The Sun In Rare Event

Mercury Crosses The Sun In Rare Event

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Mercury passed between the earth and sun on Monday.

It happens only 13 times a century and it gives scientists a direct view of the puny planet that’s usually blocked by the sun.

WBEZ’s Katie O’Brien has more.