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  1. Opposition (astronomy)

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    Opposition represents the closest approach of an outer planet to Earth during its orbit. This proximity leads to several observational consequences:
    Maximum Brightness: The planet reaches its maximum apparent magnitude. This enhanced visibility is crucial for detailed telescopic study, particularly for observing Jovian atmospheric features or Saturnian ring structure.
    Continuously Visible Meridian Transit: At the moment of opposition, the…