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Old 14-02-2009, 02:25 PM
ozskywatcher (Josie)
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When would Saturn's rings go invisible?

Hi,

Just wondering if anyone has any suggestions re. the above question.

I am aware that Saturns rings go edge on in September 2009 when Saturn is too close to the Sun for this to be visible ... or rather not visible! I am assuming that before the rings really go edge on, they will become too 'thin' to see through a decent amateur telescope.

Does anyone remember observing last time this happened?

Many thanks,

Paul Floyd
www.nightskyonline.info
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