Virtual Telescope's webcast to show Saturn shine bright during 'opposition' on August 17 - Republic World

Saturn, which is currently undergoing its 'opposition' phase, is illuminated more than usual. Watch the planet shine at its brightest during a live webcast.

Ringed planet Saturn is still shining at its brightest since August 14 owing to the phenomenon called 'opposition'. During opposition, Saturn is directly opposite to the sun in its orbit, which makes… [+2015 chars]

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