Critical Degree Points
Classical critical degree points
For the CARDINAL SIGNS     (Aries , Cancer, Libra and Capricorn)                    0,13 and 26 degrees              Â
For the FIXED SIGNSÂ Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 8-9 and 21-22 degreesÂ
For the MUTABLE SIGNSÂ Â Â Â Â Â (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces)Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 4 and 17 degreesÂ
Critical degree points are considered emphasized or strenghthened points. If a natal planet is found in a critical degree, that planet is thought to have greater significance and power in the life of the native.
The Anaretic Degree
29° to 30° of any sign is an Anaretic Degree.  The matter influenced by a planet in this degree has reached a critical phase of development and must be dealt with.
Resources:
Sakoian, Frances & Acker, Louis S. (1977) Predictive Astrology
