October 2, 2024, an annular solar eclipse will take place. This means that people in certain parts of South America will be able to see the Moon cover the center of the Sun, leaving a bright ring around the edges—like a “ring of fire.” In other parts of the world, like North America and areas around the Pacific Ocean, people will witness a partial solar eclipse, where only part of the Sun will be covered by the Moon. Unfortunately, this eclipse will not be visible in India.
What is a Solar Eclipse?
A solar eclipse happens when the Moon moves directly between the Earth and the Sun, blocking some or all of the Sun’s light. This causes a shadow to fall on certain parts of the Earth. Depending on how the Moon and the Sun align, different types of solar eclipses can occur.