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It won't make you go blind - but - staring at the Sun for any length of time will damage your eyesight.

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Q: Can a solar eclipse make you go blind?
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Can a human go blind watching the lunar eclipse?

No, not from a lunar eclipse which does not include looking directly at the sun like a solar eclipse.


Why will you go blind if you look at a solar eclipse?

You won't, but if there is a freak mishap and it is as bright as the sun then that is probably the only reason


Why is it not safe to watch solar eclipse?

I suppose if you're eating, you might be distracted and not fully appreciate the solar eclipse. Other than that, there is no good reason not to eat during a solar eclipse and mere superstition should not get in the way.


What planets in our solar system that could have an eclipse?

The moons of the big planets can go into eclipse when they are in the shadow of their planet.


Can the solar eclipse make you blind?

well it is certainly not very good for your eyeballs but you might not go blind Unfortunately, the answer is "Yes, unless...". The "unless" is, if you have good eye protection. Welder's glasses, for example. And most planetariums and science stores have "eclipse glasses" which filter out about 99.5% of the Sun's light, which just about right.

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When will you go blind if you look at partial solar eclipse?

after looking at it...


Can a human go blind watching the lunar eclipse?

No, not from a lunar eclipse which does not include looking directly at the sun like a solar eclipse.


What does it do if you stare at a solar eclipse?

It seriously damages your eyes and you most likely go blind.


Why is it harmful to view solar eclipse?

You could go blind without serious protection for your eyes.


What happens when you see a solar eclipse?

You go blind without a proper filter. AT A NEW MOON YOU CAN SEE A SOLAR ECLIPSE. THIS HAPPENS BECAUSE THE MOON BLOCKS THE SUN CASTING A SHADOW ON THE EARTH.


Why will you go blind if you look at a solar eclipse?

You won't, but if there is a freak mishap and it is as bright as the sun then that is probably the only reason


Why do you go blind when you look at the solar eclipse?

Looking at a solar eclipse without eye protection is basically looking at the sun. The sun emits ultraviolet rays that will damage your retina if you look directly at it. The only time it is safe to look at a solar eclipse is during totality when the sun is completely blocked from view.


Why is it that when you look at a solar eclipse it burns your retinas and you may go blind depending on how long you stare at it?

I think it's because your eyes are light sensitive sometimes


Does the lights go out during the solar eclipse?

yes


A picture of solar eclipse?

Go to the link below


What do you do in case of a solar eclipse?

dont go outside


Why does a solar eclipse occur only a new moon?

That is because the Moon must go between Earth and the Sun for a solar eclipse to happen.