Total Solar eclipse during April 2024, glasses needed

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18-03-2024, 16:50

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A total solar eclipse will plunge millions of people into darkness in just a few weeks on April 8, and while solar eclipse glasses will help safely enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime event, that isn’t the only thing that will enhance the experience.

A few minutes before the eclipse becomes total, Solar Eyeglasses says "we enter the intermediate phase known as the mesopic vision zone. It’s not too bright and isn’t too dark, but the colors don’t seem to be as vibrant and turn grayish or silvery."

During that time, the cone cells will receive less stimulation, which will lead to a decrease in the vibrancy or saturation of colors.

This is noticeable with warm colors like red and orange.