Five Telescopes That Make Short Work of Light PollutionAs a species, we’ve taken it upon ourselves to spark light into darkness, and you can’t really blame us. Illumination is a core principle of creationism in pretty much every religion.In the binary opposition between light and dark, brightness is good, and darkness represents, if not evil, …
If you’re a keen astronomer then you will know how expensive a good quality telescope can get. If you’re new to this game or if you are looking for something that suits your budget, the $500 mark is usually a good place to start. This budget allows you to get a some-what affordable telescope, performs well, …
No matter your budget, there will be a refractor telescope out there that is suited to your needs. They range in price from affordable beginner telescopes to more expensive professional level telescopes.If you are just starting out, you can look for a beginner telescope and then work your way up to a professional one if …
For centuries, humanity has looked to the skies. We have let the stars guide us through uncharted waters, the sun’s rise and set dictate our days, and used the stars to determine our signs and traits. Telescopes have been used to do this, dating back to the sixteenth century, and have varied in size and skill …
Celestron has been a leader in the optics industry for many decades and their products have become revolutionary. They produce quality telescopes including entry-level all the way up to observatory models, so have something that will suit anyone regardless of your level. Today we’ll be talking about and reviewing the Celestron C90 telescope which is a …
If you’re just getting started in astronomy, or you’re an amateur astronomer, you’re likely to be looking for a telescope that combines quality and affordability. The Celestron Astromaster 130eq is a favorite first telescope for beginners, offering sharp, detailed views of Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s moons, as well as the best deep sky objects such as …
If you are looking to get into the unique hobby of astrology, then you are probably going to find yourself in need of an excellent telescope. Looking for the right telescope for you can be difficult if you are not entirely sure what you are looking for, which a lot of beginners might not. In this …
Proving the Cosmos Needn’t Cost the EarthWe know that it’s all very scientific, but the feeling you get seeing the granular detail of the moon’s imperfections, nebulae sprawling through the night like ink in water, comets, Jupiter’s cloud belts, Saturn’s rings…It’s nothing short of pure magic.Telescopes help us satisfy a prehistoric curiosity. A curiosity whose …
Deep space refers to the distant edges of outer space. NASA tends to set this at a distance of between 16,000 and 32,000 kilometers from Earth’s surface.The International Telecommunication Union states it starts at 2 million kilometers from the surface of the Earth. While there is disagreement about where deep space begins, what can be …
A solar eclipse occurs when a portion of the Earth is engulfed in a shadow cast by the Moon which fully or partially blocks sunlight. This occurs when the Sun, Moon, and Earth are aligned. It can be a phenomenal sight to witness if you’re lucky enough to get the chance.Looking directly at a solar …
