Come celebrate 35 years of NEAF

Come celebrate 35 years of NEAF

Prepare for the world’s largest and most spectacular astronomy and space expo! The Northeast Astronomy Forum (NEAF) is back to mark its 35th anniversary in Suffern, New York, conveniently located 40 minutes from New York City. Hosted at Rockland Community College on April 11 and 12, this massive two-day event turns the campus into an Continue reading "Come celebrate 35 years of NEAF" The post Come celebrate 35 years of NEAF appeared first on Astronomy Magazine .

Why does the Moon turn red during a lunar eclipse?

Why does the Moon turn red during a lunar eclipse?

Why does the Moon turn red during a lunar eclipse? Kevin KehoeGreat Lakes, Illinois You can credit Earth’s atmosphere with providing an orangish color to the Moon during an eclipse. The atmosphere acts like a filtered lens. It bends red sunlight into our planet’s shadow and scatters out blue light. It’s the same reason why Continue reading "Why does the Moon turn red during a lunar eclipse?" The post Why does the Moon turn red during a lunar eclipse? appeared first on Astronomy Magazine .