You have the opportunity to view a RARE hybrid solar eclipse this evening.
Only residents of a select few nations will be able to see the phenomena live, but viewers in the UK and US will be able to watch YouTube live streaming of the occurrence.
WHAT IS A HYBRID SOLAR ECLIPSE?
You must first comprehend the various eclipse kinds in order to comprehend a hybrid solar eclipse.
When the Moon completely obscures the Sun, this is known as a total solar eclipse.
Despite being 400 times larger than the Moon, the Sun is 400 times further away from the Earth.
If the alignment on the surface of the Earth is absolutely perfect, these are the ideal ratios for the Moon to fully block out the Sun.
A “total solar eclipse” is one in which the Sun is entirely obscured when observed from any point on Earth, even though it may only be partial from other locations.
A solar eclipse with an annulus is distinctive.
When the Moon is at its farthest point from us, it passes between the Sun and Earth.
At this moment, the Moon seems tiny and does not completely cast a shadow over the Sun.
You should notice a ring of fire encircling the Moon’s shadow and just a portion of the Sun being obscured.
Both of these eclipse types are combined to form a hybrid eclipse.
The curved surface of the Earth causes certain eclipses to alternate between annular and total as the Moon’s shadow travels over the planet, according to NASA. It’s referred to as a hybrid solar eclipse.
Only a few times per 100 years do hybrid solar eclipses occur, making them extremely unusual.
After tonight, 2031 will be the following opportunity to witness one.
Only those who live in the South Pacific region will be able to see the eclipse in person.
Starting at 9:36 pm ET on April 19 (1:36 am GMT on April 20), the hybrid eclipse should be visible over western Australia, East Timor, and Indonesia. It will last until 2:59 am ET on April 20 (6:59 am GMT).
Fortunately, you can view the eclipse from the comfort of your home anywhere in the world.
All you’ll need is access to YouTube.
There are multiple live feeds going on, including one by TimeandDate that can be viewed starting at 9:30 PM ET on its YouTube account.
Direct gaze at the Sun should be avoided by anyone who observes an eclipse in person.
Even when a significant portion of the eyes are affected, this might cause major harm.
Furthermore, using binoculars, a telescope, or a telephoto lens on an SLR camera to observe the Sun is not recommended.
Make sure your eclipse glasses have a verified safety mark if you want to use them.
