Why Looking at the Eclipse is Dangerous

🌑Looking at the sun at any time is dangerous due to the UV and infrared light that can damage the eyes.

😎During an eclipse, the most dangerous time to look at the sun is when it is being covered, as our blink reflex is less effective.

👓Regular sunglasses or polarized glasses are not enough to protect the eyes during an eclipse. Special solar eclipse glasses that block out 99% of damaging rays should be used.

👶For young children who may have difficulty wearing glasses, it is recommended to keep the glasses on at all times during the eclipse.

🔬There is no special treatment for solar retinopathy, so prevention is crucial to avoid permanent damage to the eyes.

Why is it dangerous to look at the eclipse?

—Looking at the sun during an eclipse can cause permanent damage to the eyes due to the harmful UV and infrared light.

When is it most dangerous to look at the sun during an eclipse?

—The most dangerous time is when the sun is being covered, as our blink reflex is less effective.

Can I use regular sunglasses to protect my eyes during an eclipse?

—No, regular sunglasses or polarized glasses are not enough to protect the eyes during an eclipse. Special solar eclipse glasses that block out 99% of damaging rays should be used.

What should parents keep in mind when it comes to children and the eclipse?

—Parents should ensure that children wear the special eclipse glasses at all times and do not treat them as toys.

Is there any treatment for solar retinopathy?

—There is no special treatment for solar retinopathy, so prevention is crucial to avoid permanent damage to the eyes.

00:06Looking at the sun at any time is dangerous due to the UV and infrared light that can damage the eyes.

00:35During an eclipse, the most dangerous time to look at the sun is when it is being covered, as our blink reflex is less effective.

02:02Regular sunglasses or polarized glasses are not enough to protect the eyes during an eclipse. Special solar eclipse glasses that block out 99% of damaging rays should be used.

03:15For young children who may have difficulty wearing glasses, it is recommended to keep the glasses on at all times during the eclipse.

03:56There is no special treatment for solar retinopathy, so prevention is crucial to avoid permanent damage to the eyes.