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🌙 Moon Phase Study Group - Week 3: Tidal Effects
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Join our weekly study session! This week we're exploring how lunar position affects Earth's tides. Bring your questions about the moon.html data and let's learn together! We'll be using the BlueandCosmos lunar calendar to track patterns...
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12 min ago
by CosmicExplorer
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🔭 Help with Telescope Coordinates - Jupiter Observation
I'm trying to find Jupiter using the Virtual Observatory but struggling with the coordinate system. Can someone explain RA/Dec in simple terms? The telescope.html shows 14h 39m but I'm confused about converting to my local time...
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1 hour ago
by TelescopeMentor
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🌍 Satellite Data Analysis Challenge - Week 5
This week's challenge: Use the dashboard wildfire intelligence to predict smoke patterns! I've uploaded satellite data from three different regions. Who can create the most accurate prediction model? Prize: BlueandCosmos premium features!
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3 hours ago
by DataAnalyst_Sam
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🎓 University Astronomy Programs - Application Tips
As someone who's been in the field for 15 years, I want to help students navigate university applications. What questions do you have about astronomy/astrophysics programs? I'll share insights about research opportunities, coursework, and career paths...
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45 min ago
by FutureAstronomer
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🛰️ ISS Pass Tonight - Coordinated Global Observation
The ISS will be visible across multiple time zones tonight! Let's coordinate observations and share photos. I'll be tracking from London at 21:42 GMT. Who else is joining? Use the satellite tracker to get exact times for your location...
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22 min ago
by SpacePhotographer
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🌟 Beginner's Guide to Reading Star Charts
New to astronomy? Star charts can be overwhelming! I've created a step-by-step guide using the BlueandCosmos telescope interface. We'll start with finding the Big Dipper and work our way to more complex constellations. Perfect for beginners!
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2 hours ago
by NewStargazer