The problem with the sentence "The rings of Saturn are so distant to be seen from Earth without a telescope" is the word choice and structure. Here's why:

* "So distant to be seen" is awkward and grammatically incorrect. It should be "so distant *that* they cannot be seen."

* "To be seen" implies the rings are actively trying to be visible. This is anthropomorphization and doesn't make sense in this context.

Here's how to correct the sentence:

* "The rings of Saturn are too distant to be seen from Earth without a telescope." This uses "too distant" which is the correct phrasing.

* "The rings of Saturn are so far away that they cannot be seen from Earth without a telescope." This is a more descriptive and grammatically correct way to express the idea.

Both of these options convey the meaning clearly and accurately.