The total solar eclipse set to take place this Monday, August 21, is a rare, almost magical treat for anyone interested by what's up there in the sky and how it works. NASA has been preparing for the celestial event, and we wanted to share a few key pieces to help you better enjoy and understand what's about to happen.
A lot of people have been buying special eclipse viewing glasses but I am not one to fork out money for something I am only going to use once in a lifetime.
'The Big One' is coming to the United States in August. A total solar eclipse will arrive on 8/21, but the total blackout will only be observed in a 75-mile wide swath across the middle of America. In Minnesota we'll still be treated to 80 to 85% of the sun blocked-- which is still pretty cool.
'The Big One' is coming to the United States in August. A total solar eclipse will arrive on 8/21, but the total blackout will only be observed in a 75-mile wide swath across the middle of America. In Minnesota we'll still be treated to 80 to 85% of the sun blocked-- which is still pretty cool.