Astronomers seize once-in-lifetime view of Venus Transit

AFP English 2012-05-31

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Astronomers are gearing for one the rarest events in the Solar System: an alignment of Earth, Venus and the Sun that will not be seen for another 105 years. AFPTV talks with Geoff Chester from the US Naval Observatory.Duration: 00:54

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