Eye Safety During Solar Eclipses
August 21st, 2009
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Eye Safety
One of the most magnificent astronomical events ever experienced by people
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in their life is the total solar eclipse. Of all eclipses, solar eclipses are probably the ones that attract maximum interest from everyone including astronomers, both amateur as well as professional. Thousands of them travel miles and visit different places and locations just to catch a glimpse of the spectacular solar eclipse.
However, watching the sun with a naked eye can prove dangerous and hence, it is essential to resort to adequate precautions. This is because if the retina is exposed to powerful visible light, then there are chances that the exposure may cause injury to its light-sensitive cone cells and rod.