NASA Goddard SFC: Eclipse Phases
On April 8th, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America. Its path will curve slightly from Texas to Maine. A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, fully or partially blocking the Sun's light. Let's learn how to safely observe a solar eclipse.
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Runtime: 1 minutes 54 seconds
- Topic: Health and Safety, Science
- Subtopic: Astronomy, Safety, Space Sciences
- Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
- Release Year: 2024
- Producer/Distributor: NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center
- Voicer: Kelly Brennan
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