Mars Makes Closest Approach to Earth in 6 Years Monday Ahead of Lunar Eclipse
Sunday, April 13, 2014 - 10:00
in Astronomy & Space
A huge night for stargazers is nearly here: On Monday evening (April 14), Mars will make its closest approach to Earth in six years, just ahead of a total eclipse of the moon.
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