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A New Supernova in M101
A new bright Supernova has appeared in M101. This one is called SN 2023ixf!
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How to use your telescope Tripod Mount, Light Pollution, Finder, Telescope, Being Used, Astronomy, Alignment, Focus, Track
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Here are the basic steps for how to use your telescope, covered in more detail below: • Set up Equipment • Level Tripod • Align Telescope and Finder Scope • Select An Eyepiece • Find Object • Focus Telescope • Observe • Adjust Magnification • Track Object
The biggest star in the universe is UY Scuti, a red supergiant star that is estimated to be over 1,700 times larger than our Sun. It is located in the constellation Scutum and has a diameter of approximately 2.4 billion kilometers. Cosmos, Giant Star, Big Star, Nasa Solar System, Mad Science, Space And Astronomy, Astronomy Facts, Galaxy Space, Space Stars
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The biggest star in the universe is UY Scuti, a red supergiant star that is estimated to be over 1,700 times larger than our Sun. It is located in the constellation Scutum and has a diameter of approximately 2.4 billion kilometers.
The Planet Jupiter Fun Facts About Jupiter, Jupiter Facts, Gas Giant, Our Solar System, Webb, Jaw, New Image
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New images from Webb show Jupiter in jaw-dropping detail. In fact, the detail is so fine that you can make out the evanescent rings of Jupiter.
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Facts about Jupiter Roman Gods, Ancient Romans
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All eight planets are fascinating in their own way, however, the gas giant Jupiter is arguably the most interesting. From the first time Galileo pointed his telescope at Jupiter over 400 years ago and saw that it had a moon system, mankind has been captivated by this massive planet.
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Facts about Jupiter Great Red Spot, Magnetic Field, Planetary, Heavens, Sky
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All eight planets are fascinating in their own way, however, the gas giant Jupiter is arguably the most interesting. This is due to its massive size, 70+ moons, and Great Red Spot. From its intense magnetic field to its role in the formation of our Solar System, Jupiter is truly a captivating planet.
Examples of Nebulae in the night sky Greek Words, Plurals, Galaxy Wallpaper, Outer Space, Night Skies, Nebula, Photograph, Objects
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A Nebula is named after the Greek word for “cloud”. Nebulae (plural) come in many shapes and sizes and have a way of captivating those that observe and photograph these deep sky objects in space.
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Solar Eclipse glasses are made with solar filters designed to look at the Sun. Be sure to inspect your eclipse glasses before using them. Do not use these glasses to look through a camera, binoculars, or telescope. They require specialized filters designed for that use. Solar Eclipse Glasses, Solar Filter, Annular, Filter Design, Inspect, Binoculars, Filters
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Solar Eclipse glasses are made with solar filters designed to look at the Sun. Be sure to inspect your eclipse glasses before using them. Do not use these glasses to look through a camera, binoculars, or telescope. They require specialized filters designed for that use.
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When you turn off the bright city lights, the night sky comes alive. Night Sky Photos, Night Photography, City Lights, Backyard, Bright, Dark
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When you turn off the bright city lights, the night sky comes alive.
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There are several ways to measure the sky brightness of your backyard: • Review Image Quality and Detail • Use a Bortle Scale/Light Pollution Map • Participate in the Globe at Night Program • Use a Sky Quality Meter to Measure the Sky Brightness (SQM) Light Pollution Map, Dark Skies, Happy Dogs, Tasty Dishes, Detailed Image, The Globe
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There are several ways to measure the sky brightness of your backyard: • Review Image Quality and Detail • Use a Bortle Scale/Light Pollution Map • Participate in the Globe at Night Program • Use a Sky Quality Meter to Measure the Sky Brightness (SQM)
how to measure sky brightness Telescopes, Uranus, Pegasus, Sensor, Scale
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You might be interested in learning how dark your backyard is in relation to your surrounding light pollution. There are several ways to measure the sky brightness of your backyard: Review Image Quality and Detail Use a Bortle Scale/Light Pollution Map Participate in the Globe at Night Program Use a Sky Quality Meter to Measure the Sky Brightness (SQM)
There are a total of eight moon phases: • New moon • Waxing Crescent • First quarter • Waxing Gibbous • Full moon • Waning Gibbous • Last (third) quarter moon • Waning Crescent New Moon Full Moon, Waxing Gibbous, Moon Phases, Crescent, Third, Quarter, Understanding, Space
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There are a total of eight moon phases: • New moon • Waxing Crescent • First quarter • Waxing Gibbous • Full moon • Waning Gibbous • Last (third) quarter moon • Waning Crescent
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Types of telescopes Types Of Telescopes, Learn Crafts, Hybrid Design, What Type, Creative Crafts, Stargazing
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The three main types of telescopes are refracting telescopes, reflecting telescopes, and catadioptric telescopes. There are many variations and hybrid designs for each type.
types of solar eclipses include partial, annular, and total. Sun And Earth, Solar Eclipse, Planet Earth, Partial, Explained, Planets, Totally
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A solar eclipse is a celestial event where the moon passes between the Sun and planet Earth, resulting in the moon blocking our view of the Sun (either totally or partially) from a particular point on Earth. There are three different types of solar eclipses: Partial: A portion of the Sun is covered Annular: A ‘ring of fire’ shines around the moon, centered in front of the sun Total: The Sun is fully covered by the moon
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An infographic showing the different phases of the moon.
The Brightest Galaxies in the Night Sky Triangulum Galaxy, Whirlpool Galaxy, Andromeda Galaxy, Light Year, Aperture, Galactic, Distant
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While some galaxies are quite large and easy to spot (such as the Andromeda Galaxy) others are comparatively small and dim. If you are new to astrophotography and/or have a modest telescope (in terms of size and aperture), start with the brightest galaxies in the night sky.
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The Full Moon in March is called the "Worm Moon" Moon Photography, Camera Settings, Photo Galleries, Techniques, Capture, Landscape
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The Full Moon in March is called the "Worm Moon"
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The moon through my telescope. This type of experience is one of the many reasons I love astronomy and space! Photography Tips, Photographing The Moon, Look At The Moon, Take A Deep Breath, Meditation Music, Photographer
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The moon through my telescope. This type of experience is one of the many reasons I love astronomy and space!
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A light pollution map will show that a large city radiates white to red from the center, and rural areas will appear green to blue. These colors represent the amount of artificial light in the area, and how bright the night sky will look. Improve Yourself, Finding Yourself, Green To Blue, Photography Guide, Milky Way
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A light pollution map will show that a large city radiates white to red from the center, and rural areas will appear green to blue. These colors represent the amount of artificial light in the area, and how bright the night sky will look.
The actual spatial size of the universe is unknown. However, by measuring the observable universe, the current size of the universe is approximately 95 billion light-years in diameter. Iso Settings, Milky Way Photography, Affinity Photo, Milky Way Galaxy, Star Wallpaper
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The actual spatial size of the universe is unknown. However, by measuring the observable universe, the current size of the universe is approximately 95 billion light-years in diameter.
The sun and moon are two objects in our solar system that have a lot of influence over Earth. Given the prevalence of these objects in our sky, it has left many wondering if the sun and moon are the same size – because it sure looks like they are. Sun Moon, Universe, Earth, Left, Activities
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The sun and moon are two objects in our solar system that have a lot of influence over Earth. Given the prevalence of these objects in our sky, it has left many wondering if the sun and moon are the same size – because it sure looks like they are.
A telescope can cost as little as $100, to well over $10,000. Expect a quality telescope for visual observing to start at a cost of about $300, and a telescope capable of deep-sky astrophotography to start at around $800 in 2022. Celestron, Much, Outdoors, Visual, Start, Deep
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A telescope can cost as little as $100, to well over $10,000. Expect a quality telescope for visual observing to start at a cost of about $300, and a telescope capable of deep-sky astrophotography to start at around $800 in 2022.
The Horsehead Nebula, Flame Nebula, and Orion Nebula lie very close to Orion’s Belt in the night sky from our perspective on Earth. The Horsehead Nebula is located just below Alnitak, and the Flame Nebula is directly next to it. The Orion Nebula is in “Orion’s Sword“, below the belt of Orion. Together, these deep-sky objects provide a wonderful opportunity for astrophotography with a wide-field telescope or telephoto camera lens. Horsehead Nebula, Orion Nebula, Red Giant, Orion's Belt, Astronomy Pictures, Exposure Time, Star System, Star Chart
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The Horsehead Nebula, Flame Nebula, and Orion Nebula lie very close to Orion’s Belt in the night sky from our perspective on Earth. The Horsehead Nebula is located just below Alnitak, and the Flame Nebula is directly next to it. The Orion Nebula is in “Orion’s Sword“, below the belt of Orion. Together, these deep-sky objects provide a wonderful opportunity for astrophotography with a wide-field telescope or telephoto camera lens.
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The Celestron StarSense Explorer Dob is one of the best telescopes for a beginner becasue it delivers impressive views, and provides guidance to locate objects in the night sky. See my full review! Space Planets, New Technology Gadgets, Science And Technology, Tech Gadgets, Photography Editing Apps, Cinematic Photography, Driving Basics
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The Celestron StarSense Explorer Dob is one of the best telescopes for a beginner becasue it delivers impressive views, and provides guidance to locate objects in the night sky. See my full review!
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