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Whilst you're looking up there, what is the bright star visible above the moon tonight ?
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only thing above my house for last hour is police helicopter,friday afternoon cabin fever must be getting to the boys
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Venus?
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Venus goose?
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It's Venus - it gradually appears further from the moon as the lunar month progresses.
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was out last night but too cloudy here, think its due back tonight about 9.20
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So not a star at all, a planet.
Thanks for that, and here's a thank you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4-1ASpdT1Y She's got it ![]() |
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generally if its pretty large and bright and near the moon its always planet.
Venus and Jupiter the main 2 that it is i think. |
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https://spotthestation.nasa.gov/home.cfm
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9.15ish back round
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wonder where it goes during the day?
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round the back of the world
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Ground control to Major Tom
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I watched the ISS go past tonight, the 9.17 orbit.... not as bright as I'd seen it in the past. Dawn or dusk is the best time to see it, more sunlight reflecting off it.
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Are you sure, what about the children's lullaby
TWINKLE, twinkle, little planet, How I wonder what you are! Up above the world so high, Like a diamond in the sky. |
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Impress your family and friends with your knowledge of the night sky - free android app
https://google-sky-map.en.softonic.com/android |
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Thanks for that, just put it on my phone, can't wait for night time now
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I've been using it for years - amazing how the knowledge starts to sink in - telescope next I think
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You'll be on tv next doing the Sky At Night, get your monocle sorted out and you'll be on to a winner.
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Thanks for that link crystal.
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