PULL · 8 JAN 2012 This was
This was
your sky.
Lighthouse and Meteor
NASA APOD · Jack Fusco
COSMIC MESSAGE
The Quadrantid Meteor Shower, named for an obsolete constellation, peaks in early January. This meteor was captured over a lighthouse, highlighting the event. The shower's radiant point is near the modern constellations of Hercules, Bootes, and Draco.
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Lighthouse and Meteor
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ZODIAC CONTEXT
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CAPRICORN
In tropical astrology, 8 JAN 2012 falls under Capricorn (♑). The sign's window runs from 12-22 through 01-19. Capricorn is the dimmest zodiac constellation, but rich in deep-sky objects south of the celestial equator. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 8 JAN 2012.
THE ALMANAC FOR 8 JAN 2012
DAY
Sunday
MOON
Full moon, 100% lit
POSITION
Day 8 of 366
SAME DAY, OTHER YEARS