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What is a Supermoon Lunar Eclipse?

We’ve told you that on Sept. 27 a supermoon lunar eclipse will occur in the U.S. And much of the world, but what does that mean?

One important note, is that this event can be referred to in many different ways: 

All slightly different names, but apply to the same spectacular event that will occur this weekend. 

Since it’s rare that both a supermoon and an lunar eclipse occur at the same time, let’s break it down. 

1) Supermoon

A supermoon is a full or new moon that falls closest to the fall equinox, and is at its closest approach to the Earth. This results in the moon appearing up to 14% larger in diameter.

2) Lunar Eclipse 

A lunar eclipse occurs when the moon passes directly behind the Earth into its shadow. This can give the moon a red tint.

3) A Supermoon Lunar Eclipse!

The combination of these two events does not happen very often. In fact, since 1900 a supermoon lunar eclipse has only happened 5 times! The last time this occurred was 1982, and if you miss the event this year, your next opportunity won’t come until 2033.

This year, the event will be visible from the Americas, Europe and Africa on the night of Sept. 27. Here’s a full schedule of the supermoon eclipse:

If it’s cloudy in your area on Sept. 27, don’t worry! NASA Television will be providing a live stream of the event, so you can tune in and enjoy the show. 

For more information and resources on the supermoon lunar eclipse, visit our page on NASA.gov.

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It’s usually harvested in the wild and sold at $90 a lb., but researchers at Oregon State University are trying to make it more affordable and available by growing it themselves with hydroponics.

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THERES GONNA BE A TOTAL LUNAR ECLIPSE THIS SUNDAY (SEPTEMBER 27, 2015) OF A SUPER MOON. THIS HAS ONLY HAPPENED 5 TIMES SINCE 1910 AND WONT HAPPEN AGAIN UNTIL 2029.

Why is this important? Not only because its a fucking TOTAL LUNAR ECLIPSE but it’s one of a SUPER MOON. Basically the moon has a slightly elliptical orbit around the earth, and when it’s at it’s closest it’s called a super moon because it appears 14% bigger and 30% brighter. Lunar eclipses do happen relatively often at least in terms of astronomy, but total ones where the moon is completely covered by the earth’s shadow are a little more rare.

I mean, it’s not really important, more just Cool As Fucking Hell.

So basically this is going to be ONE HELL OF A LUNAR ECLIPSE. I suggest not missing it. Grab your friends or other loved ones and go watch this cool ass shit. It’s supposed to start at 9:07 EDT.

Here’s a link with some info on it.

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