Alan EilanderSocial Links Navigation Latest articles by Alan Eilander Mercury Transit of 2016: A Rare Celestial Sight Explained (Infographic) By Alan Eilander published 6 May 16 On May 9, 2016, Mercury crosses the face of the sun in a solar transit. See how Mercury transits work in our full infographic here. Mercury Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors MORE FROM SPACE...1Gamma rays create Red Hulk in Captain America: Brave New World, but how do they work in the real world?2Win a chance to see a SpaceX rocket launch thanks to Bethesda, creators of 'Starfield'3Scientists detect highest-energy ghost particle ever seen — where did it come from?4February's full moon shines bright tonight. Here's what to expect from the Snow Moon5Aurora Alert: Geomagnetic storm could bring northern lights as far south as Michigan and Maine this week
Mercury Transit of 2016: A Rare Celestial Sight Explained (Infographic) By Alan Eilander published 6 May 16 On May 9, 2016, Mercury crosses the face of the sun in a solar transit. See how Mercury transits work in our full infographic here.