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Constellations, Asterisms, and Hand Measurements - Oh My!

Constellations, Asterisms, and Hand Measurements - Oh My!

FromThe 7th Magnitude


Constellations, Asterisms, and Hand Measurements - Oh My!

FromThe 7th Magnitude

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Length:
46 minutes
Released:
Jul 22, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

After going over the definitions of a constellation and an asterism, some sky events, and some news items, we will discuss a few of the differences between official constellations and helpful asterisms. Tim and Terry discuss just what the Big and Little Dippers are, as well as the Summer Triangle and how they fit into the night sky picture, as well as some other popular star patterns.
Released:
Jul 22, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (7)

Looking up on a clear, dark night inspires a sense of amazement. The darker your sky, the more you begin to wonder, "What IS that?" But even basic questions like "Is the moon really visible in the daytime", or "Why do we get so much daylight in the summer?" may seem like they should be obvious. In astronomy, apparent magnitude is the rating scale for object brightness whether it be a planet, star, or galaxy. Did you know that the lower the number, the brighter the object? Your eyes can see through the 6th magnitude, but in the 7th, you need visual aid. The same can be true for knowledge.