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The stars appear to be in slightly different positions than where they actually are due to the phenomenon known as atmospheric refraction. As starlight passes through Earth's atmosphere, it is bent or refracted, causing the stars to appear higher in the sky than their true positions. Additionally, the immense distances involved mean that we are seeing the light that left the stars many years ago, making their apparent positions subject to changes over time. Lastly, the Earth's motion, including its rotation and orbit, also contributes to the perceived shift in a star's position.

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