2007-01-05 01:56:54 · 2 answers · asked by j_warren3 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space
Yes! The Orion is an easy nebula to observe, because it is fairly bright, and large. You can also see it with binoculars, and if you live in a very dark and clear area, there is even a possibility that you will be be able to see it as a fuzzy spot with the naked eye! Look in the lower portion of Orion's "sword" and see what you can find! You will be looking at a "stellar nursery" where new stars are forming. The Orion Nebula could help astronomers learn about how our own sun and solar system formed.
Many nebulae and star clusters should be within your reach, and I recommend investing in a almanac or star chart which will lists these objects and their magnitude (apparent brightness as seen from Earth's surface). Consult the user's manual for your telescope too see how dim an object (the larger the number,the dimmer the object is) you should be able to see. With those tools, you should have some fun nights at the telescope ahead of you, now all you need is the weather to cooperate!
2007-01-05 13:12:52 · answer #1 · answered by Aspasia 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yup. Use you lowest-power eyepiece. Should be visible even near moderate light pollution, to view would be much better under dark sky.
2007-01-05 10:00:12 · answer #2 · answered by Gary H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋