Astronomy

NASA photogaphs potential 'comet of the century' ISON

Both astronomers and the general public have gone abuzz over Comet ISON thanks to a prediction released last October by NASA's Jet Propulsion...
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Comet PANSTARRS rapidly fading from visibility

It has been three weeks since Comet PANSTARRS reached perihelion, the point in its orbit closest to the Sun. Now, as the comet recedes from the Sun...
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Comet PANSTARRS fading from visibility, last chance to view is now

It has been three weeks since Comet PANSTARRS reached perihelion, the point in its orbit closest to the Sun. Now, as the comet recedes from the Sun...
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April’s full moon names and observing notes 2013

  • April full moon names
  • March 31, 2013
This month’s full moon is most commonly known as the Pink Moon. It is also known as the Seed Moon, Planter’s Moon, Sprouting Grass Moon...
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Astronomical events of interest for April 2013

Here is a quick look at what’s happening astronomically in April 2013. Mark your calendars.Moon:Last Quarter Moon: April 3New Moon: April...
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Moroccan meteorite may have originated on Mercury

A green meteorite found in Morocco last year may have originated from Mercury, LiveScience reported today. If so, that would mark the first time a...
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Comet on collision course with Mars?

A newly found comet, dubbed 2013 A1, is, according to NASA, possibly on a collision course with Mars come October 2014. As for exact odds,...
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Comet headed for Mars: could I see it hit?

A newly found comet, dubbed 2013 A1, is, according to NASA, possibly on a collision course with Mars come October 2014. As for exact odds,...
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Spring Break Nature Activities: Visit the Virginia Tech Astronomy Observatory

Every Friday evening during spring and fall semesters, the Virginia Tech Astronomy Observatory holds an open house, inviting members of the public...
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Spring Break Nature Activities: Visit the Radford Planetarium Tonight

Montgomery County Public Schools are closed for Spring Break from today through Monday, April 1, 2013. What to do while the kiddos are home for an...
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