@thebrainmaze: Jupiter Appear to Move Backward in the Sky Experience the mesmerizing dance of Jupiter as it undergoes retrograde motion from October 9, 2024, to February 4, 2025! This animation provides a unique perspective, showcasing Jupiter's motion in both a space view and as observed from Earth's sky. But what is retrograde motion? Retrograde motion is an optical illusion that occurs when a planet appears to move backward in the sky relative to the stars. This phenomenon happens because Earth, moving faster in its orbit, overtakes the slower outer planet, like Jupiter. The result is a temporary reversal of the planet's usual eastward motion, creating a loop-like pattern in the sky.#fyp #foryour #astronomy #orbit