Pics show partial solar eclipse in skies over US, UK & Europe
On Saturday, the Northern Hemisphere witnessed a partial solar eclipse, marking the first solar eclipse of the year. The astronomical event was visible in the United States, United Kingdom, and parts of Europe, with photos of the rare sight surfacing online. However, it was not visible in India.
A partial solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, but does not cover the entire disk of the sun. This type of eclipse is relatively rare and can only be seen from specific parts of the world. According to NASA, a partial solar eclipse can only be seen from a narrow path on the Earth’s surface, known as the path of totality.
The partial solar eclipse was visible in the US, UK, and parts of Europe, including Germany, France, and Italy. People in these regions took to social media to share their photos and experiences of the event. The images showed the sun appearing as a crescent shape, with the moon’s shadow blocking a portion of the sun’s light.
One of the most striking aspects of this partial solar eclipse was the unusual sight of the sun appearing to rise twice. This phenomenon occurs when the moon’s shadow passes over a region, causing the sun to appear to dip below the horizon, only to rise again a short while later. This rare sight was captured in several photos shared online, with many people marveling at the unusual occurrence.
In the US, the partial solar eclipse was visible in the eastern and central regions, with cities such as New York, Chicago, and Atlanta experiencing the phenomenon. In the UK, the eclipse was visible in the northern and western parts of the country, with cities such as Manchester and Liverpool witnessing the rare sight.
In Europe, the eclipse was visible in several countries, including Germany, France, and Italy. In Germany, the eclipse was visible in the northern regions, with cities such as Hamburg and Berlin experiencing the phenomenon. In France, the eclipse was visible in the northwestern regions, with cities such as Paris and Lyon witnessing the rare sight.
In Italy, the eclipse was visible in the northern regions, with cities such as Milan and Turin experiencing the phenomenon. Many people in these regions took to social media to share their photos and experiences of the event, using hashtags such as #partialsolareclipse and #solareclipse.
The partial solar eclipse was a significant event for astronomers and space enthusiasts, who were eager to witness the rare phenomenon. The event was also a reminder of the importance of proper eye protection during solar eclipses, as looking directly at the sun can cause serious eye damage.
As the moon continues its orbit around the Earth, astronomers are already looking forward to the next solar eclipse, which is expected to be a total solar eclipse visible in several parts of the world. Until then, people around the world will continue to marvel at the beauty and wonder of these rare celestial events.
