Hubble captures Saturn and Mars
In summer 2018 the planets Mars and Saturn are both in opposition.
During an opposition a planet is relatively close to Earth — this allows astronomers to study it in great detail.
Hubble observed Saturn on 6 June 2018, displaying its classic rings and stripes of clouds.
Hubble also captured six of its 62 moons.
In July Hubble turned its eye toward the red planet Mars.
Mars is currently experiencing a planet-wide sandstorm, obscuring many of its surface features.
Still visible are the white polar caps and the famous Schiaparelli Crater.
moments from space
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