DR. invites people to keep an eye on Mars orbiting as close to the earth as possible. About 81.5 million kilometers from Earth on December 1, this phenomenon will occur every 15-17 years.
Today (November 25), the page “National Astronomical Research Institute” or (Dr.) invites people to keep an eye on Mars, closest to the world on December 1, with Mars orbiting in a position close to Earth. About 81.5 million kilometers from Earth, then orbiting in a position opposite the sun on December 8, 2022, causing the sun, earth and Mars to line up in the same line.
during which After sunset, Mars appears very bright in the east, orange-red and prominent in the sky through the night until dawn. If viewed through a 10-inch telescope with a magnification of 100 times or more, details of the surface can be seen. Including ice poles on Mars clearly.
Therefore, the entire month of December is the perfect time to observe Mars. Because the orbit of Mars is quite oval. and is very close to the world compared to other outer planets As a result, the day Mars is positioned opposite the Sun. It will not be the closest Mars day to Earth. Unlike Saturn and Jupiter, Mars comes closest to Earth every 2 years and 2 months and comes closest to Earth every 15-17 years.
NARIT prepares to organize observation activities “Mars Near Earth” invites you to look at the surface and ice poles of the Red Planet at 4 main observation points: Sirindhorn Astronomical Park, Mae Rim District, Chiang Mai Province and the Observatory Chaloem Phra Kiat 7 Cycles, Nakhon Ratchasima, Chachoengsao, Songkhla time 18.00-22.00 . free! no cost