Position of Planets in the Sky | Homework Help

In summary, the positions of the planets in the sky at the given times are: Jupiter at eastern quadrature around sunset, Mercury above the western horizon just after sunset, Saturn at western quadrature around midnight, Jupiter at opposition around midnight, Venus at western elongation just before sunrise, and Mars would not be visible in the sky around noon due to its close proximity to the sun.
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Indicate the positions of the planets in the sky at the times given. I am struggling on how to answer these questions any help would be great any help would be great. thanks pf!





The Attempt at a Solution


1) Jupiter at eastern quadrature around sunset?
Jupiter would be visible high in the southern sky

2) Mercury at eastern elongation just after sunset?
Mercury is above the western horizon

3) Saturn at western quadrature around midnight?

4) Jupiter at opposition around midnight?

5) Venus at western elongation just before sunrise?

6) Mars at conjunction around noon?
would not be visible
 
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in the sky at this time as it would be too close to the sun and would likely be washed out by the sun's glare.
 

1. What is the position of planets in the sky?

The position of planets in the sky refers to their location in relation to the Earth and other celestial bodies. This includes their distance from the Earth, their position in the sky at a specific time, and their relative position to other planets and stars.

2. Why do the positions of planets in the sky change?

The positions of planets in the sky change because of their orbit around the Sun. Each planet has a unique orbit and speed, causing them to appear in different positions in the sky at different times. Additionally, the Earth's rotation and tilt also play a role in the changing positions of planets in the sky.

3. How can I find the position of a specific planet in the sky?

The easiest way to find the position of a specific planet in the sky is to use a planetarium app or website. These tools use real-time data and simulations to show the current and future positions of planets in the sky. You can also use a star chart or telescope to locate the planet.

4. Are there any patterns or alignments in the positions of planets in the sky?

Yes, there are certain patterns and alignments that occur between planets in the sky. One example is the conjunction, where two or more planets appear close to each other in the sky. Other patterns include opposition, where a planet is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun, and the planetary transit, where a planet passes in front of the Sun from our perspective on Earth.

5. Can the position of planets in the sky affect our lives?

Many people believe that the position of planets in the sky can have an influence on our lives, based on the practice of astrology. However, as a scientist, I can say that there is no scientific evidence to support this claim. Planets may have an impact on our planet, such as through gravitational forces, but there is no evidence to suggest that they directly affect our lives on an individual level.

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