AvatarCalvin Artis Sr.Seven Things To Expect From The 2017 Solar EclipseForbes - Ethan SiegelOn August 21st, 2017, the Moon will pass directly between the Sun and the Earth, creating a solar eclipse. Just like all objects in the presence of the Sun, the Moon casts a shadow in space, extending in a cone-like shape for 378,000 kilometers before coming to an end. But the Earth will be closer …