This morning the crescent Moon is close to the brilliant planet Venus: the twin of the Earth in structure and size, but, with a surface temperature of 900C and an atmosphere made up of CO2 and sulphuric acid, you wouldn't want to visit! Being closer to the Sun than us, Venus exhibits phases like the Moon, as you can see in the third image.
Today at 12.45 the Moon will actually pass in front of Venus: this event may be visible with binoculars or a telescope - but be aware: the Sun will be close by!
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