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