Prepare to be mesmerized as the night sky unveils an enchanting display on August 30 – the Super Blue Moon 2023. As this cosmic phenomenon captivates stargazers, many wonder about the intricacies of a blue moon. Dive into the world of lunar wonders as we elucidate this astronomical marvel.
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Super Blue Moon 2023: Unveiling Lunar Wonders
General Knowledge • 30 Aug, 2023 • 1,689 Views • ⭐ 5.0
Written by Shivani Chourasia
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The Super Blue Moon: An August Delight
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This year, August 30th isn't just an ordinary night. Along with celebrating Raksha Bandhan during daylight hours, stargazers can eagerly anticipate the evening's main event – the most luminous and expansive moon of 2023. This spectacle will reach its zenith at 9:36 pm ET, translating to 7:06 am IST the following morning.
The True Colors of the Blue Moon
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Contrary to its poetic title, the blue moon doesn't bathe the night in blue hues. Instead, this lunar event may surprise spectators with a radiant orange tint. But what's in a name? Let's delve deeper into what defines a blue moon.
The Dual Definitions: Monthly vs. Seasonal
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NASA identifies two classifications of blue moons, neither of which pertains to its colour. The seasonal blue moon is the third of four full moons in a season. On the other hand, the monthly variant denotes the occurrence of a second full moon in a single month. This latter definition, stemming from a misinterpretation, has interestingly become widely accepted over time, as noted by Time and Date.