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During a visit to an observatory, Maya observed a solar eclipse through a special protective lens. The Moon was between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun’s light. Maya was told that it was important never to look directly at the Sun during such an event.
(i) Why is it dangerous to look directly at the Sun during a solar eclipse?
(ii) What happens during a solar eclipse?
(iii) How should one safely observe a solar eclipse?

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Answer

(i) Looking directly at the Sun can damage the eyes and cause blindness.
(ii) The Moon comes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun’s light.
(iii) By joining eclipse viewing events organised by astronomy clubs or planeteria as they provide specialised eye protection for viewing eclipse.

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