On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. The eclipse will traverse major cities and densely populated areas, with an estimated 31.6 million people living within the path of totality. 99% of people residing within the United States will be able to see the partial or total eclipse from where they live. This post will serve as the r/science megathread for discussing the eclipse.
See the following links for more information about the eclipse:
- NASA Eclipses Homepage
- Weather Forecasts
- SunSketcher: Participate in the citizen science effort to document the shape of the sun!
original posted by shiruken to r/science on Mon, 08 Apr 2024 15:19:34 GMT.