Solar Eclipse - Only Knowledge

Solar eclipse means

Solar eclipse will occur When the moon passes between Earth and the sun. A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon apparent diameter is larger than the sun,blocking all direct light from the sun and turning into darkness.

It occurs in narrow path across the Earth surface with the partial solar eclipse visible over the surrounding of 1000 kilometres wide. The moon diameter will be larger because the eclipse occurs only 1.8 days after the perigee on December 12,2020.

Can we Eat during grahan?

It is advisable that should not eat any food during surya grahan. There is an exception for old,ailing and pregnant women.

Can we sleep during grahan?

It is best if does not sleep during the duration of eclipse and avoid performing any auspicious work as well.

Why watching solar eclipse is dangerous?

Exposing your eyes to the sun without proper eye protection like specs,sun glass,etc during a solar eclipse can cause "eclipse blindness" also known as solar retinopathy. This exposure to the light can cause damage or even destroy cells in the retina of the eyes that transmit what you see to the brain.

When does solar eclipse occurs?

14 December

What does annular solar eclipse mean?

An annular eclipse occurs when the sun and moon are exactly in line with the Earth,but the apparent of the size of the moon is smaller than the sun. The sun appears as very bright ring,surrounding the dark disk of the moon.

         Solar eclipse look like

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