The path of totality of the 2017 solar eclipse

The solar eclipse which is about to occur in the month of August in 2017 will serve as a delightful sight for observers. This is going to be total solar eclipse which will be visible in different areas of America. People have already started planning for this occasion and several social gatherings are to be held for commemorating this event.

Locations where the total solar eclipse will be visible

However for viewing the solar eclipse 21st-Aug-2017one needs to be present within the specific area where the total eclipse can be observed. Therefore it is important to know about the eclipse in detail and the places where the total effect of the eclipse will be observed.

The solar eclipse of 2017 has a 70 mile broad path of totality which will cover most parts of Oregon and South Carolina. The projected path is going to pass through Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Wyoming. Partial eclipse will also be observed in surrounding areas.

A guide according to different states can also be purchased for finding out the main cities and important locations that will witness the complete solar eclipse. Many social parties are also to be arranged for the eclipse in and around the main cities. Hence if one desires he/she can also attend these parties.

Using protective glasses

After one has chosen a spot for viewing the eclipse the next task is to purchase a shielding pair of glasses which will allow the spectator to view the different phases of the eclipse without causing any damage to the eyes.

One can remove the protective glasses during the total eclipse phase. The removal of glasses is permitted because when the total eclipse occurs the sun is completely shadowed by the moon so the bright rays of the sun can no longer reach the earth hence one can safely remove the glasses and view the sparkling display of the corona. A binocular can also be used to view the corona in a detailed fashion.

The corona refers to the rim that surrounds the sun which is usually not visible due to the brightness of the sun but during an eclipse the shooting sparks of the corona lights up the almost dark sky. But as soon as the total eclipse is over an onlooker should put on the protective glasses and view the waning phase of the eclipse.

If one is unable to set up a viewing spot with the area where the total eclipse will take place, he/she can see the partial eclipse with the aid of glasses. A pin-hole camera can also be used for viewing a partial eclipse.