Sample Journal Entry for Telescopic
Observations
In
the circle above, sketch your observation through the telescope (or
binoculars). Be as accurate as possible. Use colors if needed.
Is this an inverted image? ( Yes No)
Provide the following information:
Your Name: ______________________________________________________
Observed Object:
__________________________________________________
Location
in the sky (e.g., 30° S
of E along horizon, 20° above
horizon):
_________________________________________________________________
Make of
Telescope: _________________________________________________
Model of
Telescope: _________________________________________________
Type
of scope? ( Galilean Newtonian Dobsonian Cassegrain )
Objective
Diameter: _________________________________________________
Objective
Focal Length: _______________________________________________
Eyepiece
Focal Length and type: _______________________________________
Barlow
Lens used? ( none 2x 3x)
Overall
Magnification: ________________________________________________
Location
of Observation (e.g.,
Date and
Time of Observation: ________________________________________
Sky
Conditions: _____________________________________________________
Climate:
___________________________________________________________
Comments:
________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
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