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Tune in to the radio of the Universe

August 25, 2008

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The name astronomy brings to mind the wonders of the night sky. The beautiful view on a clear night from a dark site. Thousands of stars, planets, nebulae, clusters and an exciting galaxy that may perhaps be visible. It brings to mind the picture of a telescope. A large mirror and a sharp eyepiece giving… [Read more…]

Is the pole star the brightest star?

April 21, 2008

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In astronomy one of the biggest confusion that newcomers face when they go out for observations seems to revolve around the brightness of stars. An enthusiastic new student knows that the pole star will help him find directions since it is always north and this ‘specialty’ of the pole star probably puts a psychological fact… [Read more…]

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