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What's Happening?
NASA has released skywatching tips for September 2025, featuring Saturn's opposition, a conjunction of the Moon, Venus, and Regulus, and the autumnal equinox. Saturn will be at its closest and brightest on September 21, visible to the naked eye and through telescopes. The conjunction on September 19 offers a view of celestial objects appearing close together, while the equinox on September 22 marks the start of fall in the northern hemisphere.
Why It's Important?
These astronomical events provide opportunities for public engagement and education in astronomy. Observing Saturn's opposition and the conjunction can inspire interest in space science and encourage amateur astronomers to explore the night sky. The autumnal equinox is a significant event in understanding Earth's orbit and seasonal changes, offering educational insights into planetary science.
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