Solar eclipse is a celestial event which occurs when the Sun, the Moon and the Earth align linearly. The celestial bodies either line up in a straight line or in a somewhat straight line.
NASA defines: A solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, casting a shadow on Earth that either fully or partially blocks the Sun’s light in some areas. This only happens occasionally, because the Moon doesn’t orbit in the exact same plane as the Sun and Earth do. The time when they are aligned is known as eclipse season, which happens twice a year.
During a solar eclipse the eyes need to be taken care of. Direct viewing of a solar eclipse, be it full or partial, can cause eye damage. This damage can mount to permanent loss of vision.
During an eclipse the moon obstructs the rays of the sun. As a result of which it is extremely dangerous to look at the sun during this time.
