The Cosmic Companion w/ James Maynard
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Jupiter and Saturn Close in for the Great Conjunction of 2020
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Jupiter and Saturn Close in for the Great Conjunction of 2020

On December 21, 2020, the two largest planets in our solar system will appear just one-tenth of a degree apart, or one-fifth of the diameter of a full Moon. This is the closest visible conjunction of the planets seen since the year 1226.

We take a look at what to expect, and how to best prepare for this once-in-a-lifetime celestial event.


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