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What is retrograde motion? Can some one explain this movement while Earth is constant and the outer planet is moving with relative rotational speed.
Retrograde motion is the apparent backwards motion of a celestial object in the sky. It is an optical illusion caused by the relative positions and movements of the Earth and the object in question.
Retrograde motion is caused by the differences in orbital speeds and paths between the Earth and the object in question. As the Earth passes the object, it appears to be moving backwards in the sky.
Retrograde motion affects the planets by altering their apparent positions in the sky. It can also affect the timing of events, such as the appearance and disappearance of certain planets in the night sky.
Yes, retrograde motion is a common occurrence in our solar system. It is observed in all of the planets, as well as in other celestial objects such as comets and asteroids.
Retrograde motion is studied through observations and calculations made by astronomers. They use telescopes and other instruments to track the movement of celestial objects and analyze their positions and paths in the sky.