What Is a Solar Eclipse?

Whoa! It’s the middle of the day—so why is the sky getting dark? It’s a solar eclipse! A solar eclipse happens when, at just the right moment, the moon passes between the Sun and Earth. Find out more about the sun at https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/. For more information about safely viewing eclipses, visit: https://solarsystem.nasa.gov/eclipses/safety/ "Positive and Fun" by Scott Holmes http://www.scottholmesmusic.uk

Topics

  • Moon orbit
  • eclipses
  • Sun
  • Moon
  • Earth
  • solar eclipse
  • partial solar eclipse
  • total solar eclipse
  • path of totality
  • celestial events
  • shadow casting
  • NASA