🌑A total solar eclipse is a result of specific orbits and the size of the sun and the moon.
🌍The upcoming eclipse, known as the Great American Solar Eclipse of 2020, will travel over a portion of Northern Mexico before entering the U.S. and then touch Southeast Canada before moving out to sea.
🔭The Adler Planetarium is gearing up for the eclipse with a free outdoor event and an exhibit about eclipses.
🌞Chicago will experience a partial solar eclipse with up to 94% coverage.
😎Proper eye protection, like solar viewers or glasses, is essential to safely view the eclipse.