What are some skywatching highlights in April 2022? The gathering of planets in the morning sky goes from three to four, as Jupiter joins the party. Two close conjunctions – between Mars and Saturn, and Venus and Jupiter – provide highlights at the beginning and end of the month. And the Big Dipper hosts a surprise: a double star you just might be able to "split" with your own eyes.
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JPL-20220331-WHATSUf-0001-Whats_Up_April_2022
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March 30, 2022
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