Cosmic countdown: Saturn's rings will be gone for 7 years

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Cosmic countdown: Saturn's rings will be gone for 7 years
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Witness the impending vanishing act of Saturn's rings in 2025, a temporary celestial alignment reshaping stargazing experiences for enthusiasts and scientists.

Since their discovery by Galileo Galilei in 1610, Saturn's rings have captivated the world with their celestial beauty. These majestic rings, once likened to "ears" by the pioneer of modern astronomy, have long been a symbol of wonder and awe. In 2023, in opposition, the tilt of the rings stands at about 9 degrees, decreasing to zero by March 23, 2025. This edge-on view occurs periodically at intervals of 13.7 to 15.7 years due to the Earth crossing the ring plane. Following 2025, subsequent events will see the underside of the rings reappear, eventually showcasing the planet's Southern Pole and the rings at a maximum inclination in 2032.

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