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Why should you read about the universe?
(Image credit: NASA, ESA, Hubble Heritage Team) The universe through the eyes of an astronomer or astrophysicist is a fascinating place — and a good book can give you a glimpse of that world without requiring years of study.
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When is the best time to see the new moon?
Dark nights a few days before and after the Moon reaches its New Moon phase at 08:17 UTC on August 27 are the best nights to do some night sky watching. This might be a good time to try and spot Mercury: the planet appears at its farthest distance from the Sun in the evening sky.
Where can I see the May full moon?
May’s Full Moon is known as the Flower Moon after all the flowers that bloom around this time in the Northern Hemisphere. This total lunar eclipse of the Flower Moon will be visible from North and South America, Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia. Tonight’s a good time to do some star and planet gazing!
Where can you see the full moon on November 19?
On November 19, nearly the entire Moon will plunge into the Earth’s umbra, the central, dark portion of its shadow. This partial lunar eclipse will be visible from North and South America, Australia, and parts of Europe and Asia. This is a Micro Full Moon—it occurs when the Moon is closest to its apogee.
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What is the best time to see the planets?
Visible around sunset only. Venus is just 6 degrees from the Sun in the sky, so it is difficult to see. Jupiter can be seen for more than 4 hours after sunset and during the late evening/early night. Saturn can be seen for more than 6 hours after sunset and during the late evening/early night.
How many planets are in the Solar System?
The current count orbiting our star: eight. The inner, rocky planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars. NASA’s newest rover — Perseverance — landed on Mars on Feb. 18, 2021. The outer planets are gas giants Jupiter and Saturn and ice giants Uranus and Neptune.
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Who is Eric Chaisson?
Eric Chaisson holds a Doctorate in Astrophysics from Harvard University, where he spent 10 years on the faculty of Arts and Sciences. For more than two decades thereafter, he served on the senior science staff at the Space Telescope Science Institute and held various professorships at Johns Hopkins and Tufts universities.
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How do I use the visible planets calculator?
Our Visible Planets Calculator displays the rise and set times of the planets each night, their location in the sky, and how illuminated they will be. The calculator can display times for locations across the U.S. and Canada; simply input your ZIP or Postal code above to see times for your location.
What are the inner planets of the Solar System?
The inner, rocky planets are Mercury, Venus, Earth and Mars. The outer planets are gas giants Jupiter and Saturn and ice giants Uranus and Neptune. Beyond Neptune, a newer class of smaller worlds called dwarf planets reign, including perennial favorite Pluto. Explore in 3D—Eyes on the Solar System.
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How do I purchase astronomy courses with Savvas learning?
Contact your Savvas Learning Company Account General Manager for purchase options. For courses in introductory astronomy. With Astronomy Today, authors Eric Chaisson and Steve McMillan communicate their excitement about astronomy, combining up-to-date science with insightful pedagogy.
