View the solar eclipse鈥攕afely鈥攁t 91探花!
On Monday, August 21, the moon will pass between the Earth and the Sun, creating a rare and spectacular show. A solar eclipse is a memorable event, but one that needs to be enjoyed with great caution. 91探花鈥檚 Department of Physics is hosting a viewing event for Monday鈥檚 eclipse to help you safely observe the eclipse鈥攁nd learn a thing or two about astronomy!
The event begins at 2:30 pm outside the student entrance of 91探花鈥檚 School of Sustainable Design Engineering. There will be solar telescopes and viewing glasses to watch the eclipse, and activities for all ages to understand how eclipses work. A viewing screen will also be set up to monitor NASA鈥檚 live feed of the total eclipse as it is experienced across the United States. The Canadian Cancer Society will also be on hand to provide information about lifelong sun safety.
Can鈥檛 make the viewing event? Read with tips of how to watch from home, including tips on how to construct a device to help safely observe the sun.
The eclipse peaks at 3:50 pm, but the event will continue until 5:00 pm. For more information, visit projects.upei.ca/astronomy.
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