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If you are a lover of astronomical phenomenayou can not miss the lunar occultation of mars which will occur in the next few days of January, the event, which has been described as “magical” by NASA, is rare in the night sky because the protagonists of the event will be the Moon and the red planet. Here we tell you how and when to see it from Mexico.
You have to remember that a lunar occultation It happens when one celestial object passes in front of another, blocking the one that is further away from the observer’s view. One example is a solar eclipse, which occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, blocking the Sun from our view, according to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
In the case of the lunar occultation of mars, this satelite will block the Red planet for a few minutes. This astronomical phenomenon provides great scientific information such as the distance between the Earth and the Sun, the sizes and shapes of tiny asteroids or the precise location of some radio sources.
When is the lunar occultation of Mars?
This astronomical phenomenon can be seen throughout the Mexican Republic, it will also be visible in Caribbean countries and in regions of the United States.
In the case of Mexicothe Moon and Mars They will be in conjugation o’clock at 10:24 pm on January 30, 2023.
Then it is expected that at 10:27 at night the great lunar occultation of Mars, located in the direction of the constellation Taurus, will be glimpsed.
Finally, the lunar occultation of mars It is expected to conclude at 10:46 p.m., according to the National Institute of Astrophysics, Optics and Electronics (INAOE).
However, some astronomical simulators indicate that the lunar occultation of Mars will begin around 10:58 p.m. and end at 00:26 p.m. on Tuesday, January 31, 2023.
On December 8, 2022, a lunar occultation of the red planet occurred, however, on that occasion it could only be seen in North America, Europe and some parts of Africa.
How to see the lunar occultation of Mars?
For people who want to see the lunar occultation of mars It is recommended to find a clear place, free from pollution and the great lights of the city. The presence of rain, cloudy skies or fog could prevent this astronomical phenomenon from being seen.
The lunar occultation of Mars can be seen with the naked eye, but if you want to appreciate it more accurately it is necessary to have a telescope or binoculars.
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