Observing Comet NEOWISE

The video tutorial documents an early morning observation of Comet NEOWISE using a 12-inch Dobsonian telescope. The presenter sets up the telescope and camera equipment, capturing images of the comet and comparing it to other celestial bodies like Venus and possibly Neptune. The video highlights the challenges of capturing the comet as daylight approaches and shares the excitement of observing such a rare astronomical event.

What time was planned for observing Comet NEOWISE?

• 2:30 AM

• 3:30 AM

• 4:30 AM

• 5:30 AM

What type of telescope was used for observing the comet?

• Refractor telescope

• Reflector telescope

• Dobsonian telescope

• Catadioptric telescope

What was the primary reason for purchasing the telescope?

• To observe planets

• To capture images of comets

• To study the moon

• To view distant galaxies

Which camera was used to capture images of Comet NEOWISE?

• Fujifilm X-T4

• Canon EOS

• Nikon D850

• Sony a7S

What celestial body was compared to Comet NEOWISE in the video?

• Mars

• Jupiter

• Venus

• Saturn

What was the ISO setting adjusted to during the observation?

• 100,000

• 250,000

• 160,000

• 200,000

Which planet was mentioned as possibly being next to Venus?

• Saturn

• Neptune

• Jupiter

• Mars

What was the challenge faced as the sun began to rise?

• The telescope malfunctioned

• The camera battery died

• The comet became harder to see

• The comet became brighter

What was the observer's reaction to the comet's tail?

• Indifference

• Disappointment

• Awe

• Confusion

What was the final outcome of the observation session?

• The camera captured no images

• The telescope was damaged

• The comet disappeared with the rising sun

• The comet was clearly visible