[MIham] Saturn's Rings and Venus Pillars

[Frank]

Space Weather News for Feb. 9, 2007
http://spaceweather.com

SATURN AT ITS BEST:  This weekend Saturn will be at its closest to Earth for
all of 2007.  The planet rises in the east at sunset and soars nearly
overhead at midnight.  To the naked eye, Saturn resembles a bright yellow
star. Through a backyard telescope, it materializes as a spectacular ring
world. Even small telescopes yield pleasing views. Take a look!

VENUS PILLARS:  While Saturn rises in the east, Venus sets in the west.  If
you watch Venus sink toward the horizon on a cold night, you might see it
sprout vertical columns of light known as Venus pillars.  Today's edition of
Spaceweather.com features rare photos of these pillars and explains what
they are.

Visit http://spaceweather.com for sky maps and more information.

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