Martians observe Mercury solar transit

In summary, a solar transit is when a planet or other celestial object passes in front of the sun, causing a small shadow to appear on its surface. It is significant that Martians are observing the transit as it suggests the possibility of intelligent life on Mars. They are able to observe it using advanced telescopes and technology, providing valuable information about Mercury's atmosphere and composition. Solar transits occur relatively frequently, with the next Mercury transit visible from Earth not occurring until 2032.
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The Martians were able to see the planet Mercury transit the solar disk on Jun 3rd if they used Curiosity's telephoto Mast Cam. Can also see the sunspots.
See JPL's link: http://www.jpl.nasa.gov/news/news.php?release=2014-183

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nice one, that's awesome

thankyou for the link :smile:

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There's a lot happening on mars!
 
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: I find this information about Martians observing Mercury's solar transit to be quite fascinating. It shows that they have advanced technology, such as Curiosity's telephoto Mast Cam, which allows them to observe celestial events in detail. Additionally, their ability to also see sunspots during this transit further demonstrates their advanced understanding of our solar system. I would be interested to learn more about their observations and any potential insights they may have gained from this event. The link provided by JPL is a valuable resource for further information on this topic. Overall, this discovery adds to our understanding of the universe and the potential for other intelligent beings to exist beyond our own planet.
 

1. What is a solar transit?

A solar transit is an astronomical event that occurs when a planet or other celestial object passes in front of the sun, as seen from Earth. This causes a small shadow to appear on the sun's surface, allowing scientists to study the size, shape, and atmosphere of the transiting object.

2. Why is it significant that Martians are observing the transit?

The fact that Martians are observing the transit is significant because it suggests that there may be intelligent life on Mars. This would have major implications for our understanding of the universe and our place in it.

3. How are Martians able to observe the transit from Mars?

Martians are able to observe the transit from Mars using advanced telescopes and technology. They may also have satellites or spacecraft in orbit around Mercury that are able to capture images of the transit.

4. What can we learn from Martians observing the transit?

By observing the transit, Martians can provide us with valuable information about Mercury's atmosphere, composition, and potential for supporting life. They may also be able to confirm or challenge our current understanding of the planet.

5. How often do solar transits occur?

Solar transits occur relatively frequently, with Mercury transits happening about 13 times per century. Transits of other planets, such as Venus, occur less frequently. However, the next Mercury transit visible from Earth will not occur until 2032.

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