Mars, Full Moon

On Jan. 13, bright Mars will disappear behind the full moon for several hours. It's the only lunar occultation of Mars ...
The ground on Mars is full of nitrogen, a vital component for planet life, raising hopes that it might be more hospitable ...
Six planets will all be visible at once in the night sky this month, lined up across the sky—but one is set to disappear from view.
As Mars approaches opposition this month, it will become a dazzling spectacle in the night sky. See it at its best now, or ...