täisvarjutusest

Täisvarjutus is the Estonian term for a total solar eclipse. A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes directly between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the Sun's face. This rare celestial event can only be seen from a very narrow path across Earth's surface, known as the path of totality. During totality, the sky darkens dramatically, resembling twilight, and the Sun's corona, its outer atmosphere, becomes visible as a shimmering halo. Animals may exhibit unusual behavior, and temperatures can drop noticeably. The duration of totality is typically only a few minutes. Observing a total solar eclipse requires proper eye protection, except for the brief period when the Sun is completely obscured. Even a partial solar eclipse, where the Moon only covers a portion of the Sun, can be dangerous to view without specialized solar filters. The next total solar eclipse visible from Estonia is not expected for many decades, making such events highly anticipated by astronomy enthusiasts.