Astro-compass Setup and Adjustments

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What is the purpose of leveling the Astro-compass?

To adjust the declination angle for the day or season

To orient the device to true North

To ensure accurate astronomical measurements (correct)

To locate the position of the sun at a specific time

What is the main purpose of a sky map?

To divide the celestial sphere into 88 parts

To help amateur and professional astronomers navigate the night sky (correct)

To locate constellations in the Northern hemisphere

To observe distant objects with a telescope

Who is credited with building and using the first telescope?

Isaac Newton

Astronomer unknown

Galileo Galilei (correct)

Hans Lippershey

What is the purpose of adjusting the declination angle on the Astro-compass?

To adjust for the day or season in question Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the map that divides the celestial sphere into 88 parts?

Constellation map Signup and view all the answers

What innovation did Isaac Newton introduce to telescopes?

Larger and more complex telescopes using mirrors Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a star chart in stargazing?

To become familiar with the constellations, stars, and faint fuzzies in the night sky Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of rotating the sky map?

To align the compass directions with the viewer's direction Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended to preserve night vision when viewing star maps at night?

Using a dim red torch to view the map Signup and view all the answers

What can be found on a star map?

Over 6,000 stars, 88 constellations, and other celestial bodies Signup and view all the answers

What is the center of the sky map representative of?

The zenith Signup and view all the answers

Where can a stargazer find a star map online?

On various websites, including free and reasonably priced options Signup and view all the answers

How can you use the sky map to locate a celestial object?

By comparing the map with the actual night sky Signup and view all the answers

What is a common use for a handheld planisphere?

To find locations of celestial bodies that can be viewed with the naked eye Signup and view all the answers

What type of sky map is described as simple, round, and rotating?

Planisphere Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of finding a bright star pattern on the sky map?

To help navigate the night sky Signup and view all the answers

What may a star map appear to be at first glance?

A puzzling array of dots, shapes, and lines Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary to ensure before using a sky map?

Having the right sky map for your location and time Signup and view all the answers