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MikeRatcliff
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Re: NGC6822
07/07/08 05:37 PM
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Barnard's Galaxy is a challenge object because of the low surface brightness. Much like M33 or M101 but worse. There is no obvious core like most galaxies and it is large due to its close distance.
The secret is to look for a "brightening" of the sky by moving the telescope back and forth a little bit. The eyes can pick up the motion of the object.
I have seen in a 6" scope in dark skies, so it is within reach.
Good luck!
Mike
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Edited by MikeRatcliff (07/07/08 07:20 PM)
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