what is solar eclipse
To understand in simple words, a solar eclipse occurs when the Moon comes between the Earth and the Sun. The eclipse that is going to occur on April 8 will be a total solar eclipse. There will be darkness in many cities of America for some time during the day. According to reports, such an eclipse took place 54 years ago in 1970 and this astronomical event will happen again in the year 2078. It is said that during the eclipse, when the Moon comes between the Earth and the Sun, the shadow formed on the Earth will be 185 kilometers wide.
Timing of solar eclipse?
The eclipse will begin at 10:08 pm Indian time and will be effective on average till 1:25 pm. Because it would be night in India at that time, the eclipse would not be visible in India. People will be able to watch this eclipse on YouTube channels and various science websites.
How to Watch Solar Eclipse 2024 Live
US space agency NASA will live stream the first total solar eclipse of 2024 on its YouTube channel. According to Indian time, the total solar eclipse can be watched live online from 10.30 pm on April 8.