Another super moon this year. What gets you excited?

Fans of astronomical events have many opportunities throughout the year to enjoy the stunning views. You need a telescope to see some, but some are visible to the naked eye. An example of this is the giant moon that will be Could you It can be admired already on the night of August 11-12. What is this phenomenon?

The moon is brighter than usual

Super Moon is the name that describes the fullness of our natural moon. It is also at perihelion, that is, the place closest to Earth. Due to the fact that the Moon, Earth and Sun are in one line, and the satellite is very close, it is 14 to 30 percent brighter than usual. This is rare, and It will be the last this year. Therefore, it is worth leaving the house for a moment to enjoy the great and bright moon, unless, of course, clouds obscure it.

The name “Super Moon” may not be known to many as it is relatively new to the facts of astrological terminology. It was introduced in 1979 by astrologer Richard Knoll.

What’s worth watching this year?

Even if you don’t have telescopes, you can in a year monitor Many beautiful phenomena visible in the night sky. in a night 12 on August 13 You will be able to watch Persidis rainOne of the most regular swarms of meteorites. Usually, you can see up to 50 flames per hour.

in a night 11 on November 12 Another meteor will be visible, this time associated with the northern Taurids. It will not be as spectacular as those associated with the Perseids, because in an hour you can usually notice about 5 flares, but it is also worth looking at the sky at that time.

Tonight is going to be one of the most exciting shows 12 by 13 Another December meteor shower – this time the Geminids. In an hour, you can observe up to 120 flames, which is equivalent to two “bright stars” per minute.

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