Mars in opposition: See why the Red Planet will appear closer and brighter
The Red Planet will be at its closest point to Earth, also known as perigee, on Jan. 12 and will be exactly opposite the sun on Jan. 15. It will be visible all night long because it will rise with the sunset and set with the sunrise.
It's called an occultation, and it doesn't happen frequently. Here's how to see the dance between the full moon and Mars ...
Unlike the dunes on Earth which are constantly in motion, the kidney bean-shaped dunes on Mars appear surprisingly motionless ...
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See mighty Mars at oppositionEvery 26 months, the orbits of Earth and Mars allow us a closer look when Mars is at opposition — which will happen on Jan.
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The moon will occult Mars in a rare astronomical event, coinciding with the month's full Wolf Moon that peaks on the same ...
On Sunday (Jan. 12), the Red Planet will make its close approach of Earth at 8:32 a.m. EST (13:32 GMT). This event, known as ...
Discover the red planet like never before! This month offers a unique opportunity to witness Mars in stunning detail. From ...
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