– Pragna L Krupa
When the moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun’s light either entirely or partially, it is called a solar eclipse.
Except during the brief total phase of the eclipse, it is not safe to look directly at the Sun during a solar eclipse without specialized eye protection.
Is it safe to view with the naked eye?
Make sure your eclipse glasses or handheld solar viewers have solar filters, as concentrated Sun rays can damage the eyes
Use eclipse glasses
Proper solar filters are crucial while using optical devices such as cameras, binoculars or telescopes. You do not need to use eclipse glasses while using solar filters as they do the same job.
Use solar filters
Use a pinhole projector created by punching a hole in an index card if you don't have eclipse glasses. It projects the image of the sun on a nearby surface, allowing you to view the eclipse safely.
Make a pinhole projector
Warn children of the harmful effects of sun rays during the solar eclipse. If they want to watch this phenomenon, ensure they use eclipse glasses and supervise them.
Supervise children