8th Grade Integrated Science

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Astronomy Events: More info link Seasky.org

August 12, 13 - Perseids Meteor Shower. The Perseids is one of the best meteor showers to observe, producing up to 60 meteors per hour at their peak. This year's peak occurs on the morning of August 12, but you may be able to see some meteors any time from July 23 - August 22.

September 2 - 3 - Jupiter Without Moons. The planet Jupiter can usually be seen with all or some of its four largest moons in binoculars and small telescopes. It is very rare for it to be seen otherwise. But late on this night in most of the Western Hemisphere, the planet will be visible with no moons for nearly two hours

Link for accurate moonrise/moonset schedule - http://aa.usno.navy.mil/data/docs/RS_OneYear.html

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