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Geostationary Satellites Beyond the Alps
Some points of light in this time-lapse movie appear stationary, unlike stars that typically rise and set. These are not stars, but human-launched robotic spacecraft. Called geostationary satellites, they remain fixed high above Earth's equator. They orbit Earth at a speed that matches Earth's rotation, making them appear motionless from the ground. This allows them to provide continuous coverage for communications and weather monitoring.
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In tropical astrology, 11 APR 2012 falls under Aries (♈). The sign's window runs from 03-21 through 04-19. Aries is the constellation traditionally tied to spring's arrival in the northern hemisphere. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 11 APR 2012.