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Daytime Eclipse: Moon Hides Venus

An astronomical event occurred where the Moon passed in front of the planet Venus during the daytime.

The Moon, partially obscured by clouds, was observed near Cessy, France. A bright dot, identified as the planet Venus, emerged from behind the Moon.

Both celestial bodies appeared to show crescent phases in a single exposure. The Moon displayed a slight crescent (about 10% illuminated), while Venus showed a more full crescent (about 25% illuminated).

Venus appeared brighter due to its proximity to the Sun and the reflectivity of its clouds compared to the Moon's surface.

Such lunar occultations of Venus are visible to a small portion of Earth, and this particular event occurred during daylight hours for most observers who could see it.

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