On the night between 24 and 25 March 2024 we will witness the before the four eclipses of the year. In this case it will be a penumbral lunar eclipse.
As with lunar eclipses, it can be seen with the naked eye in all places in the world where it is night. On this occasion, in most cases Americathe eastern part of Australia, East Asia, and the western areas of Africa and Europe.
And for those who cannot observe it, they will have the opportunity to do so follow the live broadcastminute by minute, in this note.
The astronomical phenomenon will occur during first full moon of autumn (in the Southern Hemisphere) or spring (in the Northern Hemisphere). A full Moon as the natives of North America called it Worm Moon.
As we anticipated, there will be a penumbral lunar eclipse on the night between March 24th and 25th. That is to say that the lunar disk It will not turn red or appear as if a sector has been “bitten off”, but will only be slightly visible. darkenedExplain starwalk.space.
Lunar Eclipse March 2024: What is a Lunar Eclipse
As we know, the Moon orbits the Earth about once every 29 days, and as it rotates, its position relative to the Sun makes it phase of change.
During a lunar eclipse, the Sun, Moon, and Earth align such that the Moon passes through the Earth’s shadow. Photo: ShutterstockA lunar eclipse is an astronomical phenomenon that occurs when The Sun, Earth and Moon align so that the Moon passes through the shadow of the Earth, explains NASA.
Lunar eclipses can only occur when The moon is full. And it occurs even if the Moon is crossing a shadowed part of our planet.
In a total lunar eclipse – this is not the case – the Moon can also appear with a rust because the Earth’s atmosphere absorbs other colors while reflecting part of the sunlight within it.
In this case, the Moon will not penetrate the darkest shadow threshold of our planet. That’s why you’ll see a thin dark shadow her.
Lunar eclipse of March 2024: how many types of lunar eclipse exist
Astronomers describe that there are three types Lunar Eclipse Basics:
Total lunar eclipse. These eclipses occur when the full Moon crosses the Earth’s shadow threshold. They are distinguished by the range of colors that the star can adopt during the total phase.
There are 3 types of eclipse: This will be a penumbral lunar eclipse. Photo: ShutterstockPartial lunar eclipse. These types of eclipses occur when a portion of the Moon passes through Earth’s dark threshold. The remaining area of our natural satellite appears bright even though it is in darkness.
Penumbral lunar eclipse. During these eclipses, the Moon passes through the faint penumbral shadow of the Earth. They are quite difficult to observe with the naked eye. This is what will happen on the night between 24 and 25 March.
Eclipse of March 2024: where it will be seen
Although with different intensities, it is possible to observe this penumbral lunar eclipse much of the American continent. In Argentina, for example, it will be visible throughout the country.
This is the March 2024 lunar eclipse map. Photo: Earthsky.orgAlso, detail timeanddate.comcan be seen in much of Europein the north/east of Asiain much of Australia and Africainside CalmHe AtlanticHe Arctic and the Antarctica.
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