Solar Eclipse: 2024 Eclipse Will Differ From the 2017 One
If you missed the total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017, you have another chance to witness this rare and spectacular phenomenon on April 8, 2024. Graphic of a total solar eclipse A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the earth and the sun, blocking the sun's light and casting a shadow on the earth. During a total solar eclipse, the moon completely covers the sun and reveals its outer atmosphere, called the corona , which is normally invisible to the naked eye. The 2024 total solar eclipse will be different from the 2017 one in several ways. Here are some of the main differences and similarities between the two eclipses: Path of Totality The path of totality is the narrow strip of land where the moon's shadow falls and the sun is completely obscured. The path of totality for the 2024 eclipse will be wider than the 2017 one, meaning more people will be able to see the total eclipse. The 2024 path of totality will s...