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Maximizing Your Solar Eclipse Experience

National Space Society via YouTube

Overview

Discover how to make the most of the upcoming "Great North American Eclipse" on April 8, 2024, in this informative space forum presented by the National Space Society. Join Jim Plaxco, President of the Chicago Society for Space Studies and NSS Space Ambassador, as he delves into the history and science of solar eclipses, focusing on the rare celestial event that will trace a path across 13 U.S. states. Learn about the eclipse's trajectory from Mexico to Canada, the varying durations of totality, and how to prepare for this astronomical phenomenon. Explore topics such as the introductory history of solar eclipses, noteworthy features, associated science, underlying geometry, viewing options, and sources for further information. Gain valuable insights to enhance your eclipse experience, whether you're in the path of totality or observing from the fringes. Don't miss this opportunity to embrace the wonders of the cosmos and create lasting memories of this extraordinary event.

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National Space Society Space Forum - March 7, 2024 - Maximizing Your Solar Eclipse Experience

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