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Retrograde motion in astronomy is, in general, orbital or rotational motion of an object in the direction opposite the rotation of its primary, that is, the central object (right figure). It may also describe other motions such as precession or nutation of an object's rotational axis .
Apparent retrograde motion is the apparent motion of a planet in a direction opposite to that of other bodies within its system, as observed from a particular vantage point. Direct motion or prograde motion is motion in the same direction as other bodies.
Five planets are going to be retrograde in the summer of 2024. Here are the dates for Mercury retrograde, Venus retrograde, Saturn retrograde, Neptune retrograde, Pluto retrograde and more.
The first Mercury retrograde of 2024 spans from April 1 to 25. The effects of the retrograde period have already started. Mercury entered its pre-retrograde shadow on March 18. Mercury will be in ...
The planets Pluto, Neptune, Uranus, Saturn, Jupiter, and Mercury are in retrograde right now. here's what retrograde means and how it will affect your zodiac sign. 6 Planets Are In Retrograde Now ...
in apparent retrograde motion [2] visible almost all night – rising around sunset, culminating around midnight, and setting around sunrise [3] at the point in its orbit where it is roughly closest to Earth, making it appear larger and brighter [4] nearly completely sunlit; the planet shows a full phase, analogous to a full moon [5]
Mercury retrograde, which happens three to four times a year, is not only the most common retrograde of all; it’s arguably the most well-known celestial occurrence, too. And it’s an important one.
Mercury retrograde is known as a time of miscommunication and chaos. Ahead, an astrologer breaks down every time Mercury will be in retrograde in 2024.