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Posted: Oct 09, 2015 2:50 PMUpdated: Oct 11, 2015 8:55 PM

Planets to Align with the Moon this Weekend

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Diane Coston

If you're a sky watcher and have the habit of getting up early, step outside and you will see the moon, Jupiter, Mars and Venus in alignment. The alignment doesn't have to happen on any regular basis as all the planets in our Solar System moves at different speeds. Saturday morning skies are expected to be clear and John Grismore of the Bartlesville Astronomical Society said Mars will appear as orange.

Both mornings will offer a dramatic view of the three planets and the Moon in one line. You'll need to wake up about 15 minutes before sunrise to get the best view. (Photo courtesy of National Geographic)


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