On Wednesday night hopefully everybody will get the chance to witness a total lunar eclipse that will turn the full moon a deep red colour, also called blood moon, for an hour. On Oct. 8, curious sky watchers should attempt to see the total eclipse of the moon and the rising sun simultaneously. The little-used name for this effect is called a "selenelion," a phenomenon that celestial geometry … [Read more...]
Lunar Eclipse and “Selenelion” will Occur on Wednesday
North Americans & Australians will have the opportunity to enjoy a rare sight on Wednesday (October 8): a total lunar eclipse. But this is no ordinary lunar eclipse. It will also come with an exceptional cosmic activity: selenelion. According to Alan Duffy, astronomer, this lunar eclipse will be more spectacular than that of April. Australians will definitely have the best view. They have … [Read more...]
