Jupiter and Europa spotlight in early 1980s skywatch column
In a Star and Sky column by J Clayton Troeger readers learn how Galileo's moons inspired early ideas of a solar system and how Hoagland speculates possible life on Europa. The piece notes Jupiter at opposition Feb 24 and outlines upcoming lunar events and naked eye viewing tips.
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Global total solar eclipse tracks Africa to China
A total solar eclipse occurs on Saturday February 16 but will not be visible in the United States. The shadow sweeps east and south across Africa the Indian Ocean India Bangladesh and China fading near Chung king china. Americans must wait until August 21 2017 for a similar event at home.
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