Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Year : 2, Issue : 15
A total solar eclipse is passing over North America on Monday, putting on a dramatic show that will be visible to millions of people.
A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between Earth and the sun, completely blocking the sun’s face. Those within the path of totality, including 32 million people in the United States, will see the eclipse in its full splendor. People outside the path will still be able to see a partial solar eclipse, where the moon blocks only part of the sun’s face.
Many people have traveled to the path of totality to attend special viewing parties. Those along the very center line of the path will see an eclipse that lasts between 3½ and 4 minutes, according to NASA.
For many Americans, this will be the last chance to see a total solar eclipse for 20 years. The next one won’t be visible across the contiguous United States until August 2044.
Source: CNN
