Solar Eclipse Knowledge Assessment

David Gagnon and Dr. Regina Jorgensen discuss the upcoming total solar eclipse on August 21st, visible across the US. They explain the science behind solar eclipses, why they don't occur monthly, and the significance of the event. The eclipse will be partially visible from Nantucket, with 70% coverage. Safety tips for viewing the eclipse are provided, including the use of special glasses and pinhole cameras. The Mariah Mitchell Association plans events leading up to the eclipse, including workshops and talks. The discussion also covers the historical and scientific importance of eclipses.

Who are the main speakers in the video?

• David Gagnon and Dr. Regina Jorgensen

• John Doe and Jane Smith

• Galileo Galilei and Nicolaus Copernicus

• Albert Einstein and Isaac Newton

What causes a solar eclipse?

• The Earth coming between the Sun and the Moon

• The Sun coming between the Earth and the Moon

• The Earth and Moon aligning side by side

• The Moon coming between the Sun and the Earth

Why don't solar eclipses occur every month?

• The Sun's orbit is tilted at 5 degrees

• The Moon's orbit is perfectly aligned with the Earth's orbit

• The Earth's orbit is tilted at 10 degrees

• The Moon's orbit is tilted at about 5 degrees

How often do solar eclipses generally occur?

• Every two years

• Once every month

• Twice a year

• Once a year

What percentage of the Sun will be covered during the partial eclipse on Nantucket?

• 70%

• 90%

• 100%

• 50%

What is the safest way to view a solar eclipse?

• Using a telescope without a filter

• Using special solar glasses or indirect methods

• Looking directly at the Sun

• Using regular sunglasses

Where is the best place to view the total eclipse in the United States?

• Florida

• Oregon

• Texas

• New York

What historical figure is associated with eclipse chasing at the Maria Mitchell Association?

• Galileo Galilei

• Isaac Newton

• Maria Mitchell

• Albert Einstein

When is the next total solar eclipse that will cross Nantucket?

• 2100

• 2050

• 2024

• 2079

What is a unique coincidence about the sizes of the Sun and Moon during a solar eclipse?

• The Sun is 400 times larger and 400 times farther than the Moon

• The Moon is 400 times larger and 400 times closer than the Sun

• The Moon is 400 times larger and 400 times farther than the Sun

• The Sun and Moon are the same size and distance