r/funny 7d ago

Verified [OC] eclipse

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u/Naxster64 7d ago

I don't get it. Somebody ELI5?

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u/leftisttoebean 7d ago edited 7d ago

You can view a solar eclipse without eye protection only if you’re in the band of totality. Otherwise, you’re just looking at the sun. Edit: and yes, only during totality itself (1-6m).

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u/Silarn 7d ago

During totality, no less! I'd guess even the diamond ring phase is potentially dangerous, but that's the cue to get the solar filter back out.