Venus Image 2012/01/12(UT)
Paul G. Abel,Charles Galdies
P.Abel,C.Galdies
| Paul G. Abel(203mm reflector) |
Here's a brief observation I made of Venus with Sir Patrick Moore's 12.5 inch reflector in Selsey,UK. The planet was bright but still low down and seeing was only ever AIV at best. I believe there was some subtle shadings present on the disk,though I am far from certain if the drawing here renders them accurately. Phase estimate= 78%,the theoretical value= 80%. Illuminated disk: Contained some subtle bluish markings,it seemed the markings may have got darker near the terminator but I am not sure of this. Bright Limb Band: Probably complete Terminator: Looked geometrically regular. Cusp Regions: These appeared to be about equal.[Paul G. Abel:Leicester:United Kingdom]
| Charles Galdies(203mm SC) |
[ Charles Galdies :Naxxar-Malta]
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