Exploring the Science and Wonder of the Solar Eclipse (ages 8-adult))

If you are an astronomy enthusiast or simply curious about rare astronomical events, you won't want to miss this presentation on Syzygy

Syzygy, besides being a fun word to say,  is a rare alignment of three celestial bodies. In this presentation, we will explore the science and wonder behind this incredible phenomenon of solar eclipses.

2024 offers Americans another chance to see a total solar eclipses that will  captivate skywatchers across the United States. We will dive into the details of these eclipses, examining their paths and characteristics, as well as exploring the science behind their occurrence.

You will learn about the different types of solar eclipses, including total eclipses, annular eclipses, and partial eclipses. We will discuss the unique features of each type and what you can expect to see during each.

We will also examine how modern science has advanced our understanding of these celestial events.

Finally, we will provide tips and advice for viewing solar eclipses safely and effectively. Whether you are an experienced skywatcher or a newcomer to astronomy, this presentation on Syzygy and the upcoming American solar eclipse promises to be an informative and exciting journey into the cosmos to prepare you for the event on April 8th 2024.

Presented by: Liam Finn, a resident of Michigan and NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador, Vice president of the Great Lakes Association Of Astronomy Clubs, Planetarian at Henry Ford College and avid astronomer. 

Passionate about STEM outreach and enjoys explaining the workings of the cosmos.

While you can still find Liam looking through telescopes, these days he wants to know more about how these things work… So cool geeky science experiments are often done at home just for fun. Liam does numerous outreach events and talks both under the night sky and indoors with NASA/JPL, his local astronomy club, local colleges and universities as well as being a little obsessed with 3D printing.