NASA will launch rockets to study April 8 solar eclipse: How to watch

NASA will launch rockets to study April 8 solar eclipse: How to watch

NASA is launching 3 sounding rockets into space during the solar eclipse. Here's why NASA is launching three sounding rockets on April 8 during the solar eclipse. They'll study how the sudden drop in sunlight affects our upper atmosphere. NASA is preparing to launch three giant rockets toward the sun on the same day that the massive hot ball of light will be fully eclipsed by the moon as millions of people in North America enjoy the rare sight. Most …