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Safe solar viewing guidance for eclipse dangers and sunscopes
The article warns that viewing a solar eclipse directly risks eye injury and permanent retina damage, urging safe indirect methods. It explains sunscopes and pinhole projection as safer viewing options, and notes sunglasses and smoked glass are insufficient protection. It also mentions watching via television or newspaper photos, and timing with Santa Claus on Christmas Eve.
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Vien Conservation Institute
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Feldstein
Sunscape
Santa Claus