Much of the United States will experience the astronomical wonder of a total solar eclipse on Monday.
The event will engulf millions of people as the daytime sun will be temporarily blocked by the moon, creating darkness during typical daylight hours. With the coming astronomical event, here is what to know.
What is a solar eclipse?
A solar eclipse is when the moon’s orbit around the Earth lines up perfectly between the sun and the Earth, casting a shadow on the surface of the planet and temporarily engulfing the affected area in darkness while also partially blocking the sun for other parts of the planet.
The total solar eclipse, which will occur on Monday, is when the moon completely blocks the sun, according to NASA.
What parts of the country will get a total eclipse?
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