PULL · 17 JUL 2016 This was
This was
your sky.
Mercury on the Horizon
NASA APOD · Juan Carlos Casado
COSMIC MESSAGE
Mercury orbits close to the Sun, so it's always seen low on the horizon, either shortly after sunset or before sunrise. This image combines many shots taken over several months, showing Mercury at various points along the horizon. It takes patience and a clear view to spot it.
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Mercury on the Horizon
NASA APOD · Juan Carlos Casado
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CANCER
In tropical astrology, 17 JUL 2016 falls under Cancer (♋). The sign's window runs from 06-21 through 07-22. Cancer is marked by the Beehive Cluster, M44, a loose family of stars visible to the naked eye on a dark night. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 17 JUL 2016.
THE ALMANAC FOR 17 JUL 2016
DAY
Sunday
MOON
Waxing gibbous, 94% lit
POSITION
Day 199 of 366
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