How to safely view the eclipse April 8th Here is how to make a pin hole projector if you don’t have eclipse glasses
If you don’t have solar eclipse glasses, never fear, here is how to make your own pin hole projector to safely view the sun.
You can use a moving box or a cereal box. This video has the details. Below are some close ups of a cereal box for reference.
The middle is taped, There is an opening to the left, and the foil with a small hole is to the right (Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)
At the bottom of the box, tape a white piece of paper to see the eclipse (Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)
A small hole is made by using a nail or paper clip (Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.) Copyright 2023 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.
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