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On Jan. 23 a triple moon transit will cast shadows on Jupiter which can be seen through telescopes at the University on California, Riverside.

Posted: Thursday, January 15, 2015 4:26 pm | Updated: 4:29 pm, Thu Jan 15, 2015.

UCR hosts public viewing of coming astronomy treat

Astronomy enthusiasts are in for a treat in the coming week.

On Friday, Jan. 23, the public is invited to see a triple moon transit that will cast shadows over Jupiters atmosphere from 8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. a type of event that happens only twice in a decade, on average. Moons Callisto, Io and Europa will transit in front of Jupiter, casting their shadows onto the upper atmosphere of the giant gaseous planet.

The viewing for this event will take place on the lawn south of Pierce Hall, a short walk from the bell tower.

UC Riverside astronomers will be available at both viewings to discuss the phenomena (in English, Spanish and Farsi).

Posted in Entertainment, Collegiate news on Thursday, January 15, 2015 4:26 pm. Updated: 4:29 pm. | Tags: Ucr

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UCR hosts public viewing of coming astronomy treat