Question

1. Collect paper cuttings about eclipses and paste them in a notebook.
2. Write a note on an eclipse that you have seen.
3. Using the internet, 'Panchanga' and calendar collect information about the eclipses that are likely to occur this year.

Answer 1

1. • Collect newspaper articles, reports, or informative pieces about upcoming or past eclipses.
   • Highlight key details (e.g., type of eclipse, date, time, and location).
   • Paste these clippings neatly in your notebook and write a short explanation below each.
   • If possible, gather information from different newspapers and compare the details.
2. • Mention which eclipse you observed (solar/lunar).
   • Write the date, time, and location of your observation.
   • Describe your experience: What changes did you notice in the sky, environment, or people’s reactions?
   • How did you observe the eclipse? (With special glasses, a telescope, or online live streaming?)
   • What did you learn from this experience?
   • Example:
     "I observed a lunar eclipse on November 8, 2022. The sky was clear, and I saw the moon gradually covered by a dark shadow. Around 5:30 PM, the eclipse became more prominent. I watched it using a telescope and also followed an online live stream. It was an incredible experience!"
3. • Use almanacs and calendars:
     • Traditional calendars (e.g., Panchang, Astrological almanacs) provide eclipse details.
     • Note down the dates, type of eclipse, and visibility.
   • Use the internet:
     • Check official websites (e.g., ISRO, NASA, Time and Date) for accurate information.
     • Find out where the eclipse will be visible and at what time.
   • Organize the information in a table format:
     

     Eclipse Type	Date	Time	Visible In
     Solar Eclipse	April 8, 2024	11:30 AM – 2:00 PM	North America, Atlantic Ocean
     Lunar Eclipse	Sept 18, 2024	9:15 PM – 12:45 AM	India, Australia, Asia