Pics show partial solar eclipse in skies over US, UK & Europe
On Saturday, the Northern Hemisphere witnessed its first solar eclipse of the year, and it was a sight to behold. The partial solar eclipse was visible in parts of the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe, with many skygazers capturing stunning photos of the event online.
A partial solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the sun, but doesn’t completely cover the sun. This type of eclipse is less rare than a total solar eclipse, where the moon blocks the sun’s entire disk, but it’s still a special event that attracts the attention of astronomers and amateur stargazers alike.
The partial solar eclipse was visible in parts of the US, including the states of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. In the UK, the eclipse was visible in the northern parts of England, Scotland, and Wales.
In Europe, the eclipse was visible in parts of France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, and Italy. The eclipse occurred at around 10:30 am GMT, with the moon’s path passing through the northern hemisphere.
As the moon passed in front of the sun, it created a rare and striking sight – the sun appeared to rise twice. This phenomenon occurs when the moon’s shadow has a double path, with the sun appearing to rise again after the eclipse.
Social media was filled with photos and videos of the partial solar eclipse, showing the sun’s disk partially covered by the moon. Many skygazers used special solar viewing glasses or handheld solar viewers to safely observe the eclipse.
The partial solar eclipse was a unique opportunity for astronomers to study the sun’s corona, which is the outer atmosphere of the sun. The corona is normally invisible because it’s so hot, but during an eclipse, the moon’s shadow allows astronomers to study it in detail.
The eclipse also sparked interest among the general public, with many people taking to social media to share their photos and observations of the event. The partial solar eclipse was a reminder of the awe-inspiring beauty of astronomy and the importance of continuing to study and learn about the universe.
Unfortunately, the partial solar eclipse was not visible in India, as the moon’s path passed north of the country.
In conclusion, the partial solar eclipse on Saturday was a rare and special event that was visible in parts of the US, UK, and Europe. The eclipse offered a unique opportunity for astronomers to study the sun’s corona and sparked interest among the general public. As the year goes on, there will be more opportunities to witness solar eclipses, and we can’t wait to see what the future holds for astronomy.
