Stardust Discovery, and 2 Planetary Conjunctions

NASA's Stardust mission, launched in 1999, successfully collected interstellar dust, marking the first time material from outside the solar system was brought to Earth. The mission used a tennis racket-sized apparatus filled with gel to capture particles. Analysis revealed seven diverse particles, including complex compounds like olivine. These findings provide insights into cosmic processes. Additionally, the video discusses planetary conjunctions, highlighting the close approach of Jupiter and Venus, and the upcoming conjunction of Mars and Saturn, offering viewers a chance to observe these celestial events.

Explain the significance of the conjunction of Jupiter and Venus that occurred on August 18th.

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What are the expected viewing conditions for the conjunction of Mars and Saturn on August 27th?

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