2024 Total Solar Eclipse in the US
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What causes a total solar eclipse?

  • The moon comes between the Earth and the sun, casting a shadow that blocks sunlight. (correct)
  • The Earth comes between the moon and the sun, casting a shadow on the moon.
  • The sun moves behind the moon, causing darkness on Earth.
  • A lunar eclipse occurs when the sun comes between the Earth and the moon.

    • In which direction did the 2024 total solar eclipse travel?

  • Southeast
  • Southwest
  • Northeast (correct)
  • Northwest

    • When is the next total solar eclipse scheduled to occur?

  • September 15, 2028
  • August 12, 2026 (correct)
  • June 30, 2027
  • April 5, 2025

    • Where will the next total solar eclipse be visible?

    <p>Greenland, Iceland, Spain, Russia, and a small part of Portugal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When will the continental United States witness another total solar eclipse after 2024?

    <p>2044</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where did people from Colorado and Massachusetts gather to witness the 2024 total solar eclipse?

    <p>Maine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Total Solar Eclipse 2024

    • The total solar eclipse occurred on Monday, darkening the sky across the US.
    • The eclipse happens when the moon comes between the Earth and the sun, creating a shadow that blocks out sunlight.
    • On this day, clear skies in Maine allowed visitors from Colorado and Massachusetts to witness the rare event alongside locals.
    • The sun appeared to disappear behind the moon for several minutes as the eclipse moved along its 'path of totality'.
    • The eclipse path started on Mexico's Pacific coast and traveled northeast through over a dozen states, including Texas and Maine, before continuing into eastern Canada.
    • This total solar eclipse was the first to cover a large portion of North America since 2017.
    • The next total solar eclipse visible from the continental United States won't occur until 2044.
    • The next total solar eclipse is scheduled for August 12, 2026, and will be visible in Greenland, Iceland, Spain, Russia, and a small part of Portugal.
    • A partial eclipse will be viewable across Europe, Africa, North America, the Atlantic Ocean, the Arctic Ocean, and the Pacific Ocean on August 12, 2026.

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    Test your knowledge about the 2024 total solar eclipse that was witnessed by millions across the US. Learn about how a solar eclipse occurs when the moon blocks sunlight, creating a shadow on the Earth. Explore the unique experience of observing the eclipse in different locations like Maine during the 'path of totality.'

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