Solar Eclipse 2024: Here's all you need to know about total eclipse of April 8
Updated On: 07 April, 2024 12:13 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
A total solar eclipse will occur on April 8, 2024, offering a unique opportunity for skygazers and astronomers to witness this breathtaking phenomenon.
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A total solar eclipse is a beautiful celestial phenomenon in which the moon obscures the sun, casting a shadow across the Earth and generating a brief darkness. On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will appear in the skies above some parts of the earth, giving skygazers and astronomers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see this breathtaking occurrence of solar eclipse 2024.
A total solar eclipse is significant because it is extremely rare and has a huge impact on those who are fortunate enough to view it. In contrast to partial solar eclipses, which occur more frequently and only partially hide the sun, a total solar eclipse is a once-in-a-lifetime event for many people. It impresses observers with its stunning visual display, as the moon precisely aligns with the sun, creating a mesmerising halo known as the solar corona.
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