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The partial solar eclipse was visible in Quebec between 12:11 p.m. and 2:23 p.m., said the Astronomical Society of the Montreal Planetarium.
PHOTO JOSIE DESMARAIS, THE PRESS
At that moment, the moon passed in front of the sun, without completely obscuring it. This phenomenon is known as an annular eclipse or “ring of fire” eclipse. In Montreal, however, the sun was not eclipsed enough for observers to see the impressive ring of fire.
PHOTO JOSIE DESMARAIS, THE PRESS
You must wear special glasses to observe a solar eclipse safely, because looking directly at the sun, even during an eclipse, can damage the retina.
PHOTO JOSIE DESMARAIS, THE PRESS
Thanks to a suitable filter, we can marvel at the phenomenon without danger and, with a little luck, distinguish the sunspots on the surface of our star.
PHOTO JOSIE DESMARAIS, THE PRESS
Despite the clouds on Saturday, the eclipse attracted curious people, young and old, to the MIL campus. If the “ring of fire” was not visible in Quebec, certain regions of the United States, Mexico, Central America and South America were entitled to it.
PHOTO JOSIE DESMARAIS, THE PRESS
Prepare your special glasses (or your shoeboxes!), the next celestial spectacle will take place on April 8, 2024. And this time, Quebecers will enjoy a prime position to observe a total solar eclipse.
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