When the Moon and Sun Align: The Great American Eclipse, Part I

Summer may be winding down for those readers in the United States, but don't despair--there is at least one fantastic reason to be excited about August. THE SOLAR ECLIPSE IS COMING![We know many Physics Buzz readers don't live near the viewing area of this eclipse. If you are one of them, check out Time and Date's list of upcoming eclipses to see if there is one coming soon to your area. We are especially excited about the August 21 eclipse since the path of totality is within driving distance o...