Listen "What is a solar eclipse?"
Episode Synopsis
A solar eclipse is coming to North America on April 8, 2024. The moon will line up perfectly between the Earth and the sun, blocking out the sun’s light and casting a shadow that will pass over parts of Mexico, the United States and Canada. People in the path of totality will experience a few minutes of darkness during the day as the moon perfectly covers the sun. Those not in the path of totality in those countries will still experience a partial solar eclipse. In this episode, we’re answering questions about the eclipse and talking about how to keep your eyes safe if you’re watching it! We speak with Bridgewater State University solar physicist Martina Arndt, Fairbanks Museum planetarium director Mark Breen and Thomas A. Hockey, author of America’s First Eclipse Chasers.
Download our learning guides: PDF | Google Slide | Transcript
Download our learning guides: PDF | Google Slide | Transcript
More episodes of the podcast But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids
Why are there so many colors?
31/10/2025
How is candy made?
17/10/2025
Why do horses sleep standing up?
03/10/2025
When did volcanoes start existing?
19/09/2025
How are glaciers formed?
05/09/2025
How does wildfire smoke travel so far?
29/08/2025
Why are puffins' beaks so colorful?
22/08/2025
Who invented the English language?
08/08/2025
Who created math problems?
11/07/2025
ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.