Richard Monda, who has taught physics and astronomy at Hudson Valley Community College since 2001, shared his expertise this week with local newspaper and television reporters seeking information about the partial lunar eclipse that occurred overnight Nov. 18 to 19.
The eclipse, known as a Beaver Moon Lunar Eclipse because November’s full moon is known as the Beaver Moon in folklore, was visible throughout the United States and other parts of the world. Unfortunately, clouds inhibited viewing in the Capital District.
Editor’s note: The WTEN coverage includes Monda’s description of his quick view of the eclipse at its peak at about 4 a.m. Friday.
Monda adapted this graphic from Sky & Telescope to share with media outlets.
Published: Mon, 22 Nov 2021 12:30:54 +0000 by d.gardner