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Mercury Transit 2016 Live Hangout - Part 1

Offered By: Europlanet via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Join a live Google Hangout featuring expert panelists discussing the 2016 Mercury transit, a rare astronomical event where Mercury passes across the face of the Sun. Learn about the significance of this occurrence, its historical context, and the scientific importance of studying Mercury. Discover how to safely observe the transit, explore the frequency of such events, and understand the duration of Mercury's passage. Gain insights into upcoming space missions to Mercury, the planet's interior composition, and various ways to experience this celestial phenomenon. Engage with the discussion on social media impact, breakfast astronomy events, and future observation opportunities. This informative session, moderated by Gernot Groemer and hosted by David Rothery, includes guest experts Gabriele Cremonese, Remco Timmermans, and Oana Sandu, providing a comprehensive overview of the Mercury transit and its implications for planetary science.

Syllabus

Introduction
Bekaa Colombo
Remco Tournaments
History of Transits
Interior of Mercury
Why study Mercury
Do you need a telescope
Social media trip
Breakfast astronomy event
How rare are transits
How long will the transit be
When will the first images close up
Are you planning on additional events
Other ways to see the transit
Conclusion


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Europlanet

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