Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union
- Proceedings of the International Astronomical Union / Volume 2 / Special Session SPS5 / August 2006, pp 265-268
- Copyright © International Astronomical Union 2007
- DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/S1743921307007120 (About DOI), Published online: 09 August 2007
Contributed Papers
Observing solar eclipses in the developing world
Jay M. Pasachoffa1
a1 Williams College – Hopkins Observatory, Williamstown, MA 01267, USA email: jay.m.pasachoff@williams.edu
Abstract
Astronomers have opportunities at least twice a year to use partial, annular, or total eclipses of the Sun, or planetary transits, to interest the public in astronomy through their observations. It is important to provide accurate information about the pleasures and hazards of looking toward the Sun. The International Astronomical Union helps by providing knowledgeable information from experienced eclipse observers.
Keywords
- eclipses: solar;
- astronomy education
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