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What is a solar eclipse?
A solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes directly between the Sun and Earth, blocking the Sun's light. The recent event was a 'partial' eclipse, meaning the Moon only covered part of the Sun. A 'total' eclipse, like the one due in 2090, is when the Moon completely obscures the Sun, turning day into twilight.
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