During the night of the Thursday, March 13 and the dawn on Friday 14a visible lunar eclipse will be recorded in the United States, Mexico and Central America.
Due to the phenomenon, people have expressed Doubts about its origin and cycles in those who are repeated, because some can become many years.
The first thing that should be considered is that the Earth’s orbiting moon once each 30 daysapproximately, and for this reason most months have that duration. As it revolves around our planet, its position determines four lunar phases: New, growing, full and ebb.
According to Fred Miradastrophysic and scientific of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (POTfor its acronym in English), “a lunar eclipse can only occur when the moon is Full” However, there are three types of lunar eclipses: Penumbral, partial and totaldepending on the shadow portion projected by the Earth.
The penumbral eclipse occurs when the moon passes through the shadow abroad Earth and block some Rays del Sol. Apart, the partial eclipse happens when a part of the moon crosses the shadow inside of the earth, blocking sunlight directly. Finally, The total eclipse will be the one that occurs between March 13 and 14.
What is a total lunar eclipse?
A total lunar eclipse occurs when the earth blocks by complete The sunlight and prevents it from reaching the moon. According to Fred Mirak, this type of eclipse “is the most awesome of all ”, since it is not difficult to observe with the naked eye and, during the event, the only natural satellite of the planet acquires a Reddish tone
Because the moon takes a red color during the total lunar eclipse, it is known internationally as Red Moon either Blood moon. However, in some parts of the world it is also called Worm moonsince various communities indigenous They consider that this phenomenon marks the beginning of the planting season.
Read more about the total lunar eclipse: Why is it known as a blood moon?
“Unlike a solar eclipse, Lunar eclipses can be observed safely and without the need for protection In his eyes, ”added the astrophysicist, who revealed that the next Solar eclipse The next will occur Saturday, March 29 and will be visible throughout the American continent (North America, Central America and South America).
The last 2025 eclipse will be solar and the next Sunday, September 21. However, this can only be seen in Oceaniamainly in Australiaso the residents of America will have to take advantage of the two eclipses of March, since they will be the only visible in the region during the year.
Although current societies no longer depend on the moon to sow crops or organize their daily life, these astronomical events They keep awakening the fascination of thousands of people around the world, so many communities meet to contemplate the eclipse and thus Reconnect With the sky.
The total lunar eclipse of March 2025 will be a good opportunity for the inhabitants of the American continent to witness the majesty of the universe, either alone or accompanied, for scientific or simply photographic purposes for social networks. The important thing is to enjoy this lunar event when maximum.
The First Total Lunar Eclipse Since 2022 is coming to The Night Sky The Night of Thursday, March 13th into the Early Morning of Friday, March 14th! 🌕
As The Moon Moves Into Earth’s Shadow, It Will Glow A Deep, Eerie Red. Don’t Miss This Breathtaking Moment in the Night Sky. pic.twitter.com/b6i2wxxdqv
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