PULL · 23 DEC 1995

This was
your sky.

Prometheus, Pandora and Saturn's F Ring

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COSMIC MESSAGE

Saturn's F ring is a narrow band of ice and dust, kept in line by two small moons, Prometheus and Pandora. These "shepherd moons" orbit on either side of the ring, their gravity pulling stray particles back into place. This interaction creates a structure with two narrow braids and several knots. It is a dynamic dance, shaping the ring over time.

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Prometheus, Pandora and Saturn's F Ring
1995-12-23 · ♑
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Prometheus, Pandora and Saturn's F Ring
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ZODIAC CONTEXT
CAPRICORN

In tropical astrology, 23 DEC 1995 falls under Capricorn (♑). The sign's window runs from 12-22 through 01-19. Capricorn is the dimmest zodiac constellation, but rich in deep-sky objects south of the celestial equator. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 23 DEC 1995.

THE ALMANAC FOR 23 DEC 1995
DAY
Saturday
MOON
New moon, 2% lit
POSITION
Day 357 of 365
METEOR SHOWER
Ursid shower, peaked yesterday