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Extra Credit
On Exams:
· Astronomy in the News
· NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day
Log of observations:
Keep an eye on Betelgeuse in Orion, also locate Sirius A,
the approximate locations of the Crab Nebula, Cassiopeiae A, Cygnus X-1, Sagittarius A and other
relevant objects we talk about in class. Write a brief description of what you did and what you saw.
Record enough information so that I can tell you actually went out at night and tried to see something.
Give a brief summary of why the objects or constellations you saw are important and relevant to the
course. Some of these can be seen with the naked eye, some not. We will schedule a class night at
one of the regular Astronomy Department Star Parties for those who would like some guidance
with this project. (5 points)
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