PULL · 3 JUN 2012 This was
This was
your sky.
A Picturesque Venus Transit
NASA APOD · David Cortner
COSMIC MESSAGE
The 2004 transit of Venus across the Sun was extensively photographed. Observers in Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America captured both scientific and artistic images. The event allowed scientists to confirm that the 'black drop effect,' where Venus appears to stretch and connect to the Sun's limb, is more related to viewing clarity than Venus's atmosphere. This rare celestial alignment provided a wealth of data and beautiful imagery.
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A Picturesque Venus Transit
NASA APOD · David Cortner
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GEMINI
In tropical astrology, 3 JUN 2012 falls under Gemini (♊). The sign's window runs from 05-21 through 06-20. Gemini is named for the twin stars Castor and Pollux, both bright enough to spot without a telescope. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 3 JUN 2012.
THE ALMANAC FOR 3 JUN 2012
DAY
Sunday
MOON
Full moon, 98% lit
POSITION
Day 155 of 366
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