Because of the amount of orb allowed, it sometimes happens that an aspect is formed between two planets where one is very near the end of a zodiacal sign and the other is very near the beginning of a sign. Many astrologers say that it has the effect of weakening the power of the aspect. Example: A trine aspect would normally mean that both signs are in the same triplicity (fire, earth, air, or water), but in the case of











