The beauty of Saturn is in its majestic rings which encircle the gas giant and is a unique celestial feature in our solar system.

Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei in the 17th century had first spied Saturn with the help of his ancient telescope.&nbsp;

Now, innovative techniques and advanced technology have helped astronomers like Dr Lucy Jones, who is from the Harvard-Smithsonian Centre for Astrophysics (CfA), to dig deeper into the&nbsp;enigmas around celestial bodies.

With the help of observations and cutting-edge research, scientists have discovered the mysteries hidden in the rings of Saturn and revealed their composition and the dynamic processes for shaping them.

<h2>Here's why Saturn's majestic rings will vanish</h2>

In a span of six months, the view of Saturn will be dramatically altered because of a significant cosmic event.&nbsp;

From March 2025, the majestic rings of Saturn will become virtually invisible from Earth.

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This phenomenon will occur because there will be a unique tilt in the axis of Saturn which will place the rings edge-on to our line of sight.

This will be a rare visual for the citizens and astronomers who will see a celestial transformation in Saturn.&nbsp;

However, the condition will not remain permanent. This will be a fleeting cosmic event which will reoccur every 29.5 years - that is the time duration taken by Saturn to orbit the Sun.&nbsp;

Saturn’s axial tilt will change after March 2025 and the rings will again become visible only to vanish again in November 2025.

Hence, the rings will not really disappear but will only play a celestial game of hide and seek.&nbsp;

<h2>What are the rings of Saturn made of?</h2>

The rings of Saturn are filled with rocky debris, cosmic dust and ice particles which give a stunning spectacle which is visible from Earth with the help of a telescope.&nbsp;

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The rings of Saturn are not one solid structure. They have various distinct sections, which include the A, B, and C rings and the fainter D, E, F, and G rings.&nbsp;

Gaps like the Cassini Division separate these sections. These rings' shapes and setups are shaped by gravitational interactions&nbsp;with many moons of Saturn.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The beauty of Saturn is in its majestic rings which encircle the gas giant and is a unique celestial feature in our solar system. Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei in the 17th century had first spied Saturn with the help of his ancient telescope.

The beauty of Saturn is in its majestic rings which encircle the gas giant and is a unique celestial feature in our solar system. Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei in the 17th century had first spied Saturn with the help of his ancient telescope. Now, innovative techniques and advanced technology have helped astronomers like Dr Lucy Jones, who is from the Harvard-Smithsonian Centre for Astrophysics (CfA), to dig deeper into the enigmas around celestial bodies. With the help of observations and cutting-edge research, scientists have discovered the mysteries hidden in the rings of Saturn and revealed their composition and the dynamic processes for shaping them. Here's why Saturn's majestic rings will vanish In a span of six months, the view of Saturn will be dramatically altered because of a significant cosmic event. From March 2025, the majestic rings of Saturn will become virtually invisible from Earth. Also Read: Moon to occult Saturn in a rare eclipse. Here's how to watch this celestial event in India This phenomenon will occur because there will be a unique tilt in the axis of Saturn which will place the rings edge-on to our line of sight. This will be a rare visual for the citizens and astronomers who will see a celestial transformation in Saturn. However, the condition will not remain permanent. This will be a fleeting cosmic event which will reoccur every 29.5 years - that is the time duration taken by Saturn to orbit the Sun. Saturn’s axial tilt will change after March 2025 and the rings will again become visible only to vanish again in November 2025. Hence, the rings will not really disappear but will only play a celestial game of hide and seek. What are the rings of Saturn made of? The rings of Saturn are filled with rocky debris, cosmic dust and ice particles which give a stunning spectacle which is visible from Earth with the help of a telescope. Watch: NASA astronaut stuck in space reports ‘strange noises’ coming from Starliner capsule The rings of Saturn are not one solid structure. They have various distinct sections, which include the A, B, and C rings and the fainter D, E, F, and G rings. Gaps like the Cassini Division separate these sections. These rings' shapes and setups are shaped by gravitational interactions with many moons of Saturn. (With inputs from agencies)

Saturn’s sparkling rings will not be visible after next six months. Here's why

Solar eclipse 2023 TIME: The annular solar eclipse, often called the 'Ring of Fire,' will occur on Saturday (Oct 14). It will be visible in most North and South American countries for the first time since 2012.

Solar eclipse 2023 TIME: The annular solar eclipse, often called the 'Ring of Fire,' will occur on Saturday (Oct 14). It will be visible in most North and South American countries for the first time since 2012. A solar eclipse happens when the Moon moves between the Sun and the Earth. It conceals the Sun partially, leaving a dazzling ring visible. Here's everything you need to know about the annular solar eclipse. Where will the solar eclipse be visible? The annular solar eclipse starts at one location and ends at another. It will begin in Oregon at 09:13 am PDT and end in Texas at 12:03 pm CDT. Only the people in the western hemisphere would witness the eclipse. The solar eclipse will be visible along a narrow path that crosses the United States from Oregon to Texas. It will also pass over Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, parts of Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Brazil. A partial solar eclipse will be visible from Alaska to Argentina. Furthermore, it will be the last solar eclipse to be visible from the US until 2039. ALSO READ | 'Ring of fire' solar eclipses will become extremely common in future. Here's why Will the annular solar eclipse 2023 be visible in India? The annular solar eclipse on Saturday (Oct 14) will not be visible in India. About annular solar eclipse 2023 The annular solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth while being at the farthest point from the Earth. It is never safe to look directly at the Sun during an annular solar eclipse without specialised eye protection designed for solar viewing. When viewing a solar eclipse, it is crucial to prioritise safety and use solar filters at all times. Regardless of whether your location will experience a partial or an annular solar eclipse, the risk remains the same. To ensure safe observation, use solar eclipse glasses. Don't forget to place solar filters before the lenses of cameras, telescopes and binoculars. From beginning to end, the solar eclipse will last about two and a half hours. However, the annular solar eclipse will last only four to five minutes. Where to watch the annular solar eclipse 2023? NASA will broadcast the annular solar eclipse 2023 live on its Facebook, X and YouTube social media accounts. It will also carry the live eclipse views, provided by Time and Date, without commentary beginning at 09:00 pm IST on its media channel. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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In what can be called a rare sighting, some parts of northern United States are in for a treat this weekend as solar flare will make the northern lights visible to residents on Saturday night.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Normally seen in only Alaska, the lights will be visible as far south as Pennsylvania, Iowa&nbsp;and Oregon in the US this time. Scientists also expect the lights to become visible in the New England region, Montana and Washington. These lights could be seen on both Saturday and Sunday.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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A solar flare, which erupted on Thursday, is expected to reach the Earth on Saturday. It has caused a large group of solar-charged particles to come towards the Earth, which makes the lights more visible in the US, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

For the solar flare, the NOAA has issued a G3 geomagnetic storm watch this weekend.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The storm doesn’t seem to be harmful to&nbsp;humans, but the NOAA has listed possible interference with electronics, such as false alarms on protection devices,&nbsp;voltage irregularities&nbsp;and interruptions to navigation and radio signals as possible side-effects.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

However, the NOAA said in its storm watch that "impacts to our technology from G3 storms are usually nominal."&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

In what can be called a rare sighting, some parts of northern United States are in for a treat this weekend as solar flare will make the northern lights visible to residents on Saturday night.

In what can be called a rare sighting, some parts of northern United States are in for a treat this weekend as solar flare will make the northern lights visible to residents on Saturday night. Normally seen in only Alaska, the lights will be visible as far south as Pennsylvania, Iowa and Oregon in the US this time. Scientists also expect the lights to become visible in the New England region, Montana and Washington. These lights could be seen on both Saturday and Sunday. Also Read | Homo bodoensis: It's official, we have a new ancestor A solar flare, which erupted on Thursday, is expected to reach the Earth on Saturday. It has caused a large group of solar-charged particles to come towards the Earth, which makes the lights more visible in the US, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said. For the solar flare, the NOAA has issued a G3 geomagnetic storm watch this weekend. Also Read | Why is mysterious dark energy leading to expansion of the universe? The storm doesn’t seem to be harmful to humans, but the NOAA has listed possible interference with electronics, such as false alarms on protection devices, voltage irregularities and interruptions to navigation and radio signals as possible side-effects. However, the NOAA said in its storm watch that "impacts to our technology from G3 storms are usually nominal." (With inputs from agencies)

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