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hsdrop
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Hello everyone, I was hoping that someone could help me out what the best place and time to view if one wanted to see the asteroid pass by us??
When and where is the best time to view the 2014jo25 asteroid?
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the best locations and times to view the asteroid 2014 JO25, focusing on observational techniques and equipment suitable for amateur astronomers. The scope includes practical advice for viewing the asteroid with telescopes.
Discussion Character
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Main Points Raised
- One participant asks for help in determining the best place and time to view the asteroid.
- Another participant suggests an article from Earth and Sky as a resource for viewing information.
- A participant mentions that the asteroid will appear as a moving point of light against the background stars when viewed through a telescope.
- One participant describes their telescopes, noting the limitations of their equipment and the challenges of tracking celestial objects without motor drives.
- Another participant expresses doubt about their smaller telescope's ability to view the asteroid but is encouraged by the potential for visibility under dark skies.
- A later reply indicates that an 8-inch telescope or larger is recommended for viewing, but a 4.5-inch telescope could still be effective for experienced observers.
- One participant shares their current weather conditions, indicating that cloud cover may hinder viewing opportunities.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express varying opinions on the effectiveness of different telescope sizes for viewing the asteroid, and there is no consensus on the best conditions for observation due to differing equipment and local weather conditions.
Contextual Notes
Participants mention the importance of telescope size and dark sky conditions for successful observation, but there are unresolved assumptions about the specific visibility of the asteroid based on equipment and experience levels.
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jedishrfu
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Perhaps this article from Earth and Sky will help:
http://Earth'sky.org/astronomy-essentials/large-asteroid-2014-jo25-close-april-19-2017-how-to-see
http://Earth'sky.org/astronomy-essentials/large-asteroid-2014-jo25-close-april-19-2017-how-to-see
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davenn
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hsdrop said:
so, do you have a reasonable telescope ?
It will just look like another star when viewing it but over some hours you will notice it has moved in relation to the other background starsDave
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jedishrfu
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My two telescopes while nice were never very reasonable. You could talk to them all you want but they would remain fixated on that one point until you jiggled the mount and then all bets were off.
I have an 8" Orion reflector (a bit bulky) with a dobsonian base and no motor drive and a smaller Orion Mak which I prefer because of its portability and larger star field view also without a motor drive. I'm cheap.
I have an 8" Orion reflector (a bit bulky) with a dobsonian base and no motor drive and a smaller Orion Mak which I prefer because of its portability and larger star field view also without a motor drive. I'm cheap.
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that a lot better then my little 4 1/2 incher
lol do you think that i mite be able to watch it with that
lol do you think that i mite be able to watch it with that- #6
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If you read the link in the second post you'll see that a 8 inch telescope or larger is recommended.
ETA: A 4.5" telescope has a telescopic gain of about 6 magnitudes to it should be possible under dark skies especially if you are an experienced observer.
ETA: A 4.5" telescope has a telescopic gain of about 6 magnitudes to it should be possible under dark skies especially if you are an experienced observer.
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I'm still somewhat of a binger still, and south central wisconsin is quite clouded up tonight and tomorrow any way 
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