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The answer is very simple: Because it's harmful to the eyes to stare at the sun
at ANY TIME. During a solar eclipse, weird things appear to be happening to the
sun. That arouses interest, and people become curious and more likely to stand
there and stare at the sun.
It's not the eclipse that's dangerous. It's looking at the sun.
Wiki User
∙ 13y ago
Wiki User
∙ 16y agoBecause you're still looking "at" the sun, and can burn your eyes. It is still incredibly bright, especially around the outline. It is strongly recommended that you NEVER do this!
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Is it never safe to watch a solar eclipse with the naked eye?
It is safe to look at a solar eclipse with the naked eye only during totality. At any other time you need proper eye protection.
Is it never safe to watch a solar eclipse with a naked eye?
It is safe to look at a solar eclipse with the naked eye only during totality. At any other time you need proper eye protection.
Can people watch a solar eclipse?
It is possible for people to watch a solar eclipse; it may be part of a solar eclipse that they see or even the total eclipse. It is suggested not to look at it though since it is bad for one's eyes. So, special sunglasses help for that - not ordinary ones. With the naked eye, it will cause serious damage, and even blindness. Some common methods of avoiding this are watching through tree branches, so that most of the light is blocked, or buying special protective glasses. (Sunglasses won't do the trick).
Is it harmful to go out during solar eclipse?
Yes, it is. However, it is NOT safe to ever look at the sun during a solar eclipse. The moon blocks enough of the direct sunlight so that the irises remain open, but this leaves the eyes vulnerable to radiation dangerous to them. Never observe a solar eclipse with the eyes unprotected. Lunar eclipses are safe to observe with the naked eye.
Why is it dangerous to look directly at the moon during a solar eclipse but not during lunar eclipse?
During a lunar eclipse the earth is between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow over the moon. So while you are watching the eclipse there is no danger of accidentally looking directly at the sun. During a solar eclipse the moon passes between the earth and the sun so the moon partially blocks out light from the sun. Thus to watch a solar eclipse requires looking directly at the sun which is very dangerous for the naked eye. So to avoid the risk of serious damage to the eye, you should only observe a solar eclipse using an indirect method.
What are solar eclipse goggles?
It is dangerous to look directly at a solar eclipse with the naked eyes. Solar eclipse goggles are designed to avoid damaging your eyes while you watch the eclipse taking place.
Is it never safe to watch a solar eclipse with a naked eye?
It is safe to look at a solar eclipse with the naked eye only during totality. At any other time you need proper eye protection.
Is it never safe to watch a solar eclipse with the naked eye?
It is safe to look at a solar eclipse with the naked eye only during totality. At any other time you need proper eye protection.
What safety measures should you observe when you watch a solar eclipse?
do not look at the sun with your naked eyes!!! :)
Can you watch the solar eclipse on computer without glasses?
If you mean video, yes. It is only looking directly at the sun itself that is harmful.
Can you watch solar eclipse on tv without solar glasses?
Yes, you can.
Why is a solar eclipse so important to us?
A solar eclipse is a spectacular event to watch. Other than that, it isn't very important.
Can people watch a solar eclipse?
It is possible for people to watch a solar eclipse; it may be part of a solar eclipse that they see or even the total eclipse. It is suggested not to look at it though since it is bad for one's eyes. So, special sunglasses help for that - not ordinary ones. With the naked eye, it will cause serious damage, and even blindness. Some common methods of avoiding this are watching through tree branches, so that most of the light is blocked, or buying special protective glasses. (Sunglasses won't do the trick).
Is it harmful to go out during solar eclipse?
Yes, it is. However, it is NOT safe to ever look at the sun during a solar eclipse. The moon blocks enough of the direct sunlight so that the irises remain open, but this leaves the eyes vulnerable to radiation dangerous to them. Never observe a solar eclipse with the eyes unprotected. Lunar eclipses are safe to observe with the naked eye.
Can solar eclipses blind you?
Yes, you should never watch or even look at a solar eclipse
If you watch a solar eclipse with someone are you meant to spend life with them?
Watching a solar eclipse is a spectacular and romantic sight, but there is no correlation between watching an eclipse together and spending the rest of your life together.
Why is it dangerous to look directly at the moon during a solar eclipse but not during lunar eclipse?
During a lunar eclipse the earth is between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow over the moon. So while you are watching the eclipse there is no danger of accidentally looking directly at the sun. During a solar eclipse the moon passes between the earth and the sun so the moon partially blocks out light from the sun. Thus to watch a solar eclipse requires looking directly at the sun which is very dangerous for the naked eye. So to avoid the risk of serious damage to the eye, you should only observe a solar eclipse using an indirect method.
