It is not uncommon for amateur astronomers to notice that their telescope may need a collimation correction if they come across double stars or the planets looking as though they are on top of each other. How to Tell If Telescope Needs Collimation The primary symptom that a telescope needs collimation is that images are …
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Astronomy is a very interesting career, to be an astronomer you should know about different types of stars and their sizes, distances from Earth, and temperature. It is also important to understand the different types of space objects like galaxies, stars, and solar systems. To be an astronomer also means to have a very good …
Astronomers estimate that there are approximately 100 billion stars in the Milky Way. With so many, there is a good chance that some of them have planets orbiting around them! So how many planets exist? One astronomer estimated that as much as one in five stars may have an Earth-sized planet or larger orbiting within …
There are many astronomy Youtube channels that you can watch to get tips and tricks for stargazing, telescope use, astrophotography, and more. In this post, we will share 5 of our favorite stargazing channels. These five channels have a variety of content that is perfect for beginners as well as advanced stargazers. You’ll learn about …
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Few things to beat astrophotography in winter. Whether you are an avid stargazer or you have an important astrology assignment to complete, the best time to see galaxies in the southern sky is during the winter, from September to January although some star systems remain clear all the way to March. Have you ever dreamt …
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Polar alignment is a necessary step in observing with a telescope. The earth rotates, and this can cause the stars to appear to shift position, which makes finding them difficult or impossible. Polar alignment ensures that the telescope will show stars as they are in the sky rather than how they would be seen from …
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While we all enjoy watching the night sky, some take it a step further and make sure they get the best possible view. You might be interested in gazing at the stars, the moon, the planets, or any other celestial object—without a telescope, you’re missing out on a lot. Telescopes are there to make viewing …
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