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Mars

Started by Midnight Sun, 08/12/2005 03:36AM
Posted 08/12/2005 03:36AM Opening Post
Does anyone know the Distance Earth is from Mars at this time? I remember when it was about 34 million mile close many months back while I was at the OR. Star Party.. thanks, JM

Posted 08/18/2005 07:09AM #1
Has anyone seen the info going around (and being forwarded by many) that states this close encounter with Mars will cause Mars, "and I quote" Mars will look as large as the full moon to the naked eye... Just goes to show how misinformed people get... JM