When the moon passes between the Sun and the Earth, the resulting view of the Sun is called a solar eclipse(日食). Solar eclipses are beautiful astronomical events and many people across the world travel to faraway places to get a clear view of the phenomenon. Others choose special eyewear.
It is believed that a pregnant woman with a baby should not view a solar eclipse. They are often told that their child will be badly formed if they view a solar eclipse. However, various scientific authorities have stated over and over again that there is no harm at all in viewing a solar eclipse with the right eye gear.
It is important, however, that you view a solar eclipse with the right eye gear. Staring right at the sun could permanently damage the eyes. It is wrong to assume that the sun can be looked at after the moon blocks out a majority of it.
If you want to view the eclipse, you have to get special glasses. As opposed to popular belief, sunglasses and dark films do NOT protect our eyes. You can do this by fixing a telescope and focusing the image onto a sheet of paper. You can clearly see the eclipse on the sheet of paper. You should never look directly at the eclipse through the telescope.
Similarly, you can make a tiny hole on an opaque(不透明的) sheet of paper and let the light passing through fall on a sheet of paper. Alternatively, you can watch it live on TV which is the safest way of viewing a solar eclipse!
A. It is best if you purchase eye wear.
B. So they need not worry to view a solar eclipse.
C. Viewing a solar eclipse directly is a strict no-no.
D. Some of them watch the event through special, telescopes.
E. This method is an effective way to watch an eclipse as well.
F. To safely watch a solar eclipse, wear protective eclipse glasses.
G. The best way to see a solar eclipse is by viewing its projected image.
