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The lunar eclipse of this July 27 is the second of its kind in 2018 and the longest of the 21st century, but it will not be the only astronomical event that can be enjoyed this Friday . A moon of blood will also be seen and the planet Mars will be closer to the Earth
Total lunar eclipse
Moon eclipse This Friday's total will be visible only in the middle of the world, ie only those in Europe, Africa, Central and West Asia, the Indian Ocean and the Pacific will be able to benefit.
This time, the Luna will cross the projected shadow area on Earth, known as the umbra, which will make the entire lunar disc orange or red. a reddish tone, this phenomenon is known as Blood Moon .
The total phase of the eclipse will last an hour and 43 minutes, making ] eclipse the longest of the 21st century.
Mars Approaching the Earth
Another event that will occupy the attention of the lovers of the firmament will be the approach of March on Earth. 19659009] Source: EFE
This 27th of July the planet March will be in opposition and will reach its closest approach to the Earth, ie. it will be 57.6 million kilometers from our planet, this will allow the red planet to be visible throughout the night.
This will look like a bright spot, those who have a medium telescope will see black dots that are on the orange surface of the planet.
