Solar Eclipse 2023 and 2024

Dr. Boyd discusses his experience with the 2017 total solar eclipse and provides information on two upcoming solar eclipses in the United States: an annular eclipse on October 14, 2023, and a total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. He highlights the paths of these eclipses, emphasizing Texas as a prime viewing location. Dr. Boyd advises on the importance of using proper eye protection, recommending new solar eclipse glasses and discarding old ones from 2017.

What significant astronomical event occurred on August 21st, 2017?

• A partial solar eclipse in Australia

• A meteor shower in Asia

• A total solar eclipse across the United States

• A lunar eclipse visible in Europe

What is the defining feature of an annular solar eclipse?

• A ring of fire appears around the moon

• The sun appears as a crescent

• The moon completely covers the sun

• The moon is not visible

Which states will fully experience the annular eclipse in 2023?

• New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio

• Oregon, California, Texas

• Washington, Montana, Wyoming

• Florida, Georgia, South Carolina

Which city is the largest to be completely within the path of the total solar eclipse in 2024?

• Houston

• Dallas

• Austin

• San Antonio

Why is it important to use new solar eclipse glasses for viewing?

• Old glasses are too dark

• New glasses are more stylish

• Old glasses may have expired and be unsafe

• Old glasses are more expensive