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Why on some occasions you can see the planets line up in the sky?
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∙ 12y ago
All of the planets orbit the sun at different rates, closer planets orbit quickly, while further planets orbit more slowly. They are all more or less on the same plane, so their paths in the sky will be similar to each other as the earth rotates. They sometimes appear to line up in the sky every now and then as they orbit at their different rates.
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Explain why on some occasions you can see the planets line up in the sky?
When planets are in alignment it is only from our point of view, in reality they are millions of kilometers apart. It is like when you block the sun with your hand, it may seem like they are close but that is truly not the case.
Did the planets align on Wednesday march 10th?
No. The planets CANNOT all "line up", because they all orbit in slightly different planes. We occasionally see one or two planets line up, but never more than three at once.
How can you see the moon and some other planets?
with your eyes
What is the second closest planet to Jupiter?
The planets are always moving and not all in a line as often depicted on maps of the solar system. So the distances between planets is constantly changing. Typically we see Mars and Saturn as the two planets that are nearest to Jupiter. If all 3 were in a perfect line on the same side of the Sun, Mars would be nearer to Jupiter than Saturn. However, if Jupiter and Saturn were in a straight line on one side of the sun and Mars in a straight line from them but was on the other side of the sun, then Saturn would be nearer.
How can we see planets?
The planets positions change all the time. Some of the planets are easier to see. When they are visible, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn can easily be seen with the naked eye, if you know where to look. The other planets need a set of binoculars or a telescope to see them. Check the site below to help you locate the planets. Currently Jupiter can be seen for a while after sunset, as a bright object low and towards the south.
Explain why on some occasions you can see the planets line up in the sky?
When planets are in alignment it is only from our point of view, in reality they are millions of kilometers apart. It is like when you block the sun with your hand, it may seem like they are close but that is truly not the case.
What does the telescope let us do?
it allows you to see close ups of the moon and other planets to see the events that occur on special occasions
Why can't you see some planets at night?
because soem planets are to far away and our eyes cant see that far
Did the planets align on Wednesday march 10th?
No. The planets CANNOT all "line up", because they all orbit in slightly different planes. We occasionally see one or two planets line up, but never more than three at once.
How can you see the moon and some other planets?
with your eyes
Why can you see planets in the sky?
because some of the planets reflect lights from the sun like Venus.
How can one see the planets?
You can see some of the planets with the naked eye. The following can be seen easily; they appear as bright stars: Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn. To see other planets, telescopes are required.
How long will it be until all the planets are in one line?
when my gramma can see her toes again! How should i know u kook!
What can be though of as the dividing line between the inner planets and the outer planets?
Mostly their composition. Inner planets are made of heavy solid materials. Outer planets are made of lighter elements, primarily gases. Also, there is the Asteroid Belt, which is between the inner and outer planets.
Is a star another planet?
sometimes other planets can look like stars, but a star in itself is just a star. No. Stars are things like our Sun. While you may occasionally see some very close planets in the sky, most of the lights you see will not be planets.
How do planets make their own light?
In general, planets don't make their own light. Rather, they reflect the light of the sun. It is possible to see lightning in the atmospheres of some planets, but that probably doesn't count.
What are some things we don't know about the planets?
We don't know what they are like under the parts that we can see.
