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From: Eve, [DNS_Address]
Subject: Mars Retrograde October 30th in Constellation Taurus
URL: https://whenthecurveslineup.com/2022/09/30/2022-october-30-mars-retrogrades/
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EXCERPT: October 30, 2022: Red Planet Mars begins to retrograde tonight. The planet’s eastward direction halts and it begins to move westward or retrograde compared to Taurus.  Chart Caption – 2022, October 30: Mars is above the horns of Taurus before daybreak. |
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From: Eve, [DNS_Address]
Subject: Re: Mars Retrograde October 30th in Constellation Taurus
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MARS GOES RETROGRADE: For months, Mars has been creeping eastward among the stars of the constellation Taurus. Today, Oct. 30th, it reversed course. Now the planet is moving westward. Astronomers call this "retrograde motion." It's a sign that Earth and Mars are about to have a close encounter. This movie from graphic artist Larry Koehn explains everything: https://vimeo.com/761239286?embedded=true&source=vimeo_logo&owner=17678955 The onset of retrograde motion means that Earth and Mars are converging. At closest approach on Dec. 1st the two worlds will be just 0.545 AU apart, providing spectacular views through backyard telescopes. Less than a week later on Dec. 7th the Moon will pass in front of Mars, creating a lunar occultation visible from parts of the Americas, Europe and Northern Africa. Retrograde motion will continue through Jan 12, 2023, and lots will happen between now and then. Enjoy the show |
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From: Eve, [DNS_Address]
Subject: Re: Mars Retrograde October 30th in Constellation Taurus
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