"Get ready to groove: Astronomers invite you to witness the 'ring of fire' eclipse with a disco ball!"

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Astronomers are encouraging people to use a disco ball to safely view the upcoming partial "ring of fire" solar eclipse on October 14. By reflecting multiple identical eclipse images onto various surfaces, the disco ball provides an interesting and accessible tool for larger groups to observe the eclipse's progress. This method eliminates the risk of eye damage associated with directly staring at the sun and offers a unique way to engage schoolchildren and the general public in physics demonstrations.
Topics:science#astronomy#astronomy-outreach#disco-ball#science-education#solar-eclipse#viewing-safety
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