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Occultation of GSC5249-01240 by Saturn and its Rings

Occultation of GSC5249-01240 by Saturn and its Rings
During an occultation of a star by a planet, the planet passes between the star and the observer. The star then becomes a "probe" of the planet, allowing scientists to determine the temperature and composition of the occulting planet's atmosphere and the structure of its ring system.
  • Release Date
    June 5, 1995
  • Science Release
    Hubble Views Saturn Ring-Plane Crossing
  • Credit
    Science Release Credit: STScI and NASA

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Mar 28, 2025
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Claire Andreoli
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