Solar eclipse 2009: Totality crosses eastern Asia
The longest total solar eclipse of the century occurs July 22, 2009. Astronomy magazine editors will witness the event firsthand from China. Astronomy.com is your guide to observing tips, on-site reports, blogs, Twitter updates, and stunning images of this historic event. Stay tuned for continual updates!
Solar eclipse blogs, press release, and images
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General information The Moon's shadow covers much of eastern Asia and the western Pacific July 22, 2009. China is the place to be if you want a good view of totality from terra firma. Astronomy: Roen Kelly, from predictions by Fred Espenak (NASA/GSFC). [View Larger Image] Astronomy magazine Editor David J. Eicher and Senior Editor Richard Talcott will witness the eclipse while cruising the Yangtze River. Senior Editor Michael E. Bakich will watch the event from Nine Dragons Resort in Jiaxing, China. All three will file regular updates and images from their trips. |
Exclusive overview of the total solar eclipse from Astronomy The Sun’s corona shows lots of streamers at solar minimum. The Sun’s cycle was at a low ebb during the August 1, 2008, eclipse seen here. Astronomers expect similar conditions in July. Anthony Ayiomamitis [View Larger Image] Read "Get ready for the great Asian eclipse". We've placed this article, illustrations, and diagrams online for registered members of Astronomy.com. Registration is free and easy. Sign up today! |
Animation of the 2009 total solar eclipse as seen from Shanghai
Using Astronomy.com's interactive star chart — StarDome, we put together this animation of the eclipse as seen from Shanghai. The animation begins at first contact, 0h23m Universal Time, and ends at final contact, 3h01m. People in Shanghai will get to see more than 5 minutes of totality. Sign up to receive Astronomy's FREE weekly e-mail newsletter! |
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