Solar eclipse is a spectacular celestial event
Solar eclipse is a celestial event which occurs when the Sun, the Moon and the Earth align linearly. The celestial bodies either line up in a straight line or in a somewhat straight line.
NASA defines: A solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, casting a shadow on Earth that either fully or partially blocks the Sun’s light in some areas. This only happens occasionally, because the Moon doesn’t orbit in the exact same plane as the Sun and Earth do. The time when they are aligned is known as eclipse season, which happens twice a year
Partial solar eclipse on October 25
On October 25, there will be a partial solar eclipse which means the Moon will pass between the Sun and Earth but the Sun, Moon, and Earth will not be perfectly lined up. The eclipse will be visible from Europe, the Urals and Western Siberia, Central Asia, Western Asia, South Asia and from the north-east of Africa
“Only a part of the Sun will appear to be covered, giving it a crescent shape. During a total or annular solar eclipse, people outside the area covered by the Moon’s inner shadow see a partial solar eclipse,” NASA defines a partial solar eclipse.
A total solar eclipse is expected on April 8, 2024.
Will it affect health?
Yes! During a solar eclipse the eyes need to be taken care of. Direct viewing of a solar eclipse, be it full or partial, can cause eye damage. This damage can mount to permanent loss of vision.
During an eclipse the moon obstructs the rays of the sun. As a result of which it is extremely dangerous to look at the sun during this time.
