Amateur observational astronomy is the unlimited hobby of learning about the universe and observing it. This Web site contains images and resources about observering skills that are used in amateur observational astronomy.
There are five major types of amateur observing:
Observing with your
unaided eyes without optical aids
Observing with
binoculars
Observing with
telescopes
Observing with
cameras that use film and electronic technologies
Astronomical
spectroscopy
Each type of observing is based on learning how to use different types of observing equipment. The learning and fun never stops in observational astronomy and each type of observing provides new observing and learning experiences to enjoy.
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Galatic background radio noise at 20.75 MHz
Galactic background radio noise is caused by relativistic electrons spiraling in the galactic magnetic field.