What if I told you that we have discovered thousands of planets beyond our solar system that are almost identical to Earth? Would you believe us? Well, it turns out that we have found hundreds of exoplanets that are similar to our planet. Some of these planets even look like they could support life. The …
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So, you’ve saved up for a shiny new telescope, you’ve ventured out to the best dark sky spot you know, you’ve calibrated everything to perfection and set everything up like a pro (you think), but when you finally take your first look into the cosmos, all you see is blackness. What’s going on?! You were …
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Although the concepts of “up” and “down” are a little different in space, you still might have noticed that the images through your telescope aren’t exactly what you expect them to be. Rather than the same star layout you can spot with the naked eye, things through the lens of a telescope can look distinctly …
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A telescope is a device that magnifies distant objects. Telescopes come in various sizes from pocket size to large ones that can be mounted on a tripod. The larger the telescope, the better its magnification power. Telescopes can be used to view celestial bodies such as stars, planets, moons, comets, nebulae, and galaxies. They also …
The thought of getting up close and personal with some of the wonders of the universe is, shall we say… pretty exciting. As such, when investing in a telescope, it can be pretty easy to forget about the boring stuff, like learning how to align the scope or even how you’re going to power it. …
Telescopes are old. Like… really old — we’re talking very early 1600s old. So, as you’d imagine, they’ve come on a long way since their inception all those centuries ago. What were completely manual devices utilizing the power of lenses and light to bring distant objects closer to the eye, are now often computer-assisted mega-scopes …
If you’re new to astronomy or just want a refresher course on the basics of using telescopes for stargazing, this guide will help get you started with your first telescope. Keep reading to discover our ultimate beginner’s guide to magnification with telescopes. How Does A Telescope Work? The primary function of a telescope is to …
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Telescopes are astronomer’s best friend. They allow us to see the Universe in a way that no other technology can match. But, as with any tool, telescopes have their drawbacks. Light pollution is one of the biggest factors that can affect our viewing experience. We know light can interrupt our star-gazing activities, but do telescopes …
How much light pollution affects our view through telescopes? Is it possible to see stars without light pollution? Astronomy has always fascinated us. We love learning about the universe and observing the night sky. Too much light pollution from cities and towns can ruin your viewing experience. Have you wondered how exactly light pollution interrupts …
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The moon has always fascinated us. From its mysterious craters to its beautiful surface, the moon has captured our imagination since ancient times. There are several types of telescopes that can observe the moon. Some of them are large and heavy, while some are compact and portable. They range from simple binoculars to high-end professional …
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