I remember that e-mail about Mars two years ago. And it doesn't seem possible that it's that close again.
And, anyone have eclipse pictures? I got up early to watch it but there's too many trees, etc. here... and couldn't drive anywhere... it was disappointing!!
But I'm really looking forward to the meteor shower on the 31st/1st! The meteors were from around 4 A.D.... wow!!
2007-08-28 02:21:09 · 6 answers · asked by Loraine 4 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space
About the Mars hoax:
http://www.skyandtelescope.com/news/8708182.html
Unfortunately I didn't see the eclipse. Here's an interactive eclipse map where you can find pictures (just click on the pushpins):
http://spaceweather.com/submissions/map.php?cat=eclipses&limit=40
2007-08-28 04:16:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I didn't see the eclipse, it was cloudy here. Mars never comes close enough to look as big as the Moon. That myth started in 2003 when Mars was really close, but even then it just looked like a bright star. I wouldn't get too excited about the meteors. They may not be as impressive as you hope. But you never know. Meteor showers can be very unpredictable.
2007-08-28 09:27:31 · answer #2 · answered by campbelp2002 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I saw most of the eclipse, it was pretty awesome.
The mars thing was from 2003, but it never came so close that it looked like a second moon.
however, i made up this picture for all those people who would like to see what it would look like if mars did appear like a second moon during the lunar eclipse.
http://www.fishnetbooks.com/mars.jpg
edit: oh hehe, you already read my post about mars. I did it for fun. So those who have been anticipating seeing mars the size of the moon could actually see it.
I still don't see the square around mars, and I know I left it on.. hehe, you guys must have good eyes.
2007-08-28 09:40:29 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes i saw It sorry I have no pictures after the total eclipse though it hid behind the clouds and i wasnt able to watch the rest!
And that rumor about mars is well a rumor
I hope i helped
-christina
2007-08-28 09:34:15 · answer #4 · answered by cbabysnugglebunny 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no but i also heard of the eclypse but it was too early i was still sleeping.
also their is going to be a metior shower on the 31st/ 1st?
2007-08-28 09:25:28 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cool!
2007-08-28 09:28:39 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋