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Scientists hope August’s total solar eclipse encourages kids to study science.
Tennessee Tech physicist Dr. Mary Kidd said it’s a unique opportunity.
“I think it’s such a unique and amazing looking phenomenon I think a lot of kids will get excited about science just by being there to see it and understand why it occurs,” Kidd said.
The last solar eclipse in the United States occurred in 1978. So for many, this will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
“I’ve never seen an eclipse myself but I’m very excited to share it with my nieces and kids in the Upper Cumberland,” Kidd said.
The total solar eclipse will happen at 1:27 p.m. Monday, August 21.
