Moon occulting Antares

Concept :

  • Lunar Occultation :
  • A lunar occultation occurs when the Moon passes in front of a star or planet, temporarily blocking it from view.
  • Antares: Antares is a bright red supergiant star in the constellation Scorpius. It’s about 15 times the mass of our Sun and one of the brightest stars in the night sky.
  • Observing Lunar Occultations of Antares:
  • Lunar occultations of Antares are fascinating events to watch.
  • The next series of occultations started in August 2023 and will continue until 2028. The events take place over a short period, with the star suddenly disappearing behind the Moon and reappearing some time later.
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