Astronomy gives us impressive phenomena every year, and this August 21 takes place one of them. Do you know when, where and how you can see the solar eclipse of 2017? Find out, then.
Astronomy allows us to enjoy incredible events from time to time, something we have seen in this month of August. In recent days, lovers of heaven have been able to witness from a moon eclipse to the rain of Perseids . To complete the month, this August 21 takes place a solar eclipse, but when, where and how can you see it?
Discover the time and key areas to see the solar eclipse 2017
This eclipse of the Sun is the most impressiveastronomical phenomenon that you can witness, so we recommend to be very attentive to the following information so you do not miss anything. You must exercise extreme caution, since, unlike the Perseids or the lunar eclipse, the solar eclipse can be very dangerous for you.
The Moon and the Sun will meet this Monday to give rise to an event that is surrounded by incredible urban legends . Is it true that the eclipse is dangerous for pregnant women? Know everything related to this type of eclipse, in Urban Tecno.
When and where does the solar eclipse take place?
As we said, the solar eclipse has arrived to complete a very profitable August for those who enjoy the phenomena that occur in our sky. The key date has already arrived, as it is this very 21 of August when the Moon will cover the Sun.
As we read in El Tiempo , you must take advantage of this day, as our satellite and our star are not aligned, so it usually takes up to a year and a half to find again.
The sky will begin to darken at 10.45, Spanish peninsular hour, reaching its highest point at 21.00 hours, according to El País . The solar eclipse will be noticeable in Spain for a few minutes, although its visibility will be minimal. However, if you are from another country, you may even enjoy a total solar eclipse .
North and South America will be the areas where this eclipse will be best, although it will only be total for two minutes and forty seconds. That is the maximum time during which the Moon will totally cover the Sun and the ideal place to see it will be Cardondale, Illinois (United States).
The solar eclipse will cross the American country from west to east, being this one of the zones where the phenomenon can best be seen . Starting at 10:16 local time, the Moon will begin to hide the Sun, although for most of the time it will only be partially due to the satellite's smaller size compared to the star.
In the same way you can witness this solar eclipse in the countries of South America. Mexico, Guatemala, Colombia and Puerto Rico, with up to 80% obscuration, are some of the areas where citizens will have a better view of the event.
You know when and where the solar eclipse will look best, but, as we mentioned before, it can carry great danger. Then, you will know a series of recommendations that you must take into account so that your view does not suffer.
Seeing the eclipse can affect your health
For thousands of years, the existence of eclipses has been linked to urban legends of dubious veracity. According to Publimetro , many believe that the fact that the Moon covers the Sun can cause babies to be born with malformations or diseases .
In addition, it is also said, it is told, it is rumored, that the arrival of a solar eclipse augura catastrophes in the planet . All these legends are not true, but it is true that the eclipse can carry serious risks to your health if you dare to look directly. Taking precautions is mandatory if you want to witness this amazing phenomenon.
We have already mentioned that the Moon will only partially cover the Sun in most of the world, so when looking at the eclipse, you will be looking directly at the Sun. As reported from El Pais , direct the view to the star without using protection Could end up burning your retinas.
In addition, experts recommend not looking through the clouds or the reflection in the water, as ultraviolet rays continue to penetrate. If crystals are used, they should be those specially prepared for these events. There are several tricks to be able to see the eclipse indirectly, as you will see in the next video.
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