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In Pictures: Admiring rare ‘Blood Moon’ lunar eclipse in Ha Noi sky

In the early hours of September 8, a total lunar eclipse, commonly known as a "blood moon," appeared in the sky above Ha Noi. This is a rare and beautiful astronomical event.

Admiring rare ‘Blood Moon’ lunar eclipse in Ha Noi sky
Admiring rare ‘Blood Moon’ lunar eclipse in Ha Noi sky
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The lunar eclipse occurred 2 to 6 days before the Moon’s perigee (the closest point to Earth in its orbit), making the Moon appear larger and brighter than usual. Therefore, it is also called a blood supermoon, marking a rare astronomical combination.
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The best viewing time was from 00:30 to 01:50 on September 8, when the Moon was completely immersed in Earth’s shadow and glowed a deep red.
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At 00:30, the total phase began when the Moon turned fully red.
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A rare image of the “blood moon” in the capital’s sky.
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The term “blood moon” originates from the Moon changing colour during the eclipse’s total phase. When the Moon enters Earth’s umbra (darkest shadow), direct sunlight cannot reach its surface.
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This is not only a fascinating astronomical phenomenon but also a special light show in the Viet Nam sky.
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A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes fully into Earth’s umbra and is completely obscured.

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Photos: THANH DAT

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