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1874 Transit of Venus chart, ingress 2
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1874 Transit of Venus chart, ingress 2
1874 Transit of Venus chart, ingress 2 (interior contact). This transit took place on 8-9 December 1874. Such transits (where Venus passes across the Sun as seen from the Earth) are rare, occurring in pairs over 100 years apart. The 19th-century transits (1874 and 1882) saw expeditions to make observations on interior and exterior contact for both ingress (first contact) and egress (last contact). Locations included New Zealand, Australia, Japan, China, Hawaii, New Caledonia, Kerguelen, Mauritius, India, and the Dutch East Indies. The results helped establish the distances of Venus and the Sun, and hence the size of the solar system
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This print showcases the 1874 Transit of Venus chart, specifically highlighting ingress 2 or interior contact. This extraordinary celestial event occurred on the 8th and 9th of December in that year. Transits of Venus are incredibly rare, happening only in pairs with over a century between each occurrence. The transits in the 19th century, including those in 1874 and 1882, prompted numerous expeditions to various locations such as New Zealand, Australia, Japan, China, Hawaii, New Caledonia, Kerguelen, Mauritius, India, and the Dutch East Indies. These ambitious missions aimed to observe both interior and exterior contacts during ingress (first contact) and egress (last contact). By meticulously recording these observations across different regions worldwide using this detailed chart as a guide for timing and prediction purposes; scientists were able to determine crucial information about our solar system's scale. Specifically speaking; they established accurate distances between Venus and the Sun while unraveling mysteries surrounding the size of our cosmic neighborhood. The artwork displayed here represents an essential milestone in astronomical history by shedding light on Earth's position within our vast universe. Its circular projection beautifully captures not just scientific significance but also serves as a testament to human curiosity and determination when it comes to exploring beyond our planet's boundaries.
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