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Gallery: Tempel 1 (2004-2005)

Observation made by Richard Keen

Image Parameter Details
Comments: Comet has brightened considerably, and now visible in 6-inch telescope. Estimated magnitude 9.7 (Morris technique, Tycho star catalog), coma 6' diamter with little condensation visible in 6-inch.
Image Date/Time: 2005-07-05/0550 UTC
Observing Site: Mt. Thorodin, Colorado
105.4 W, 39.9 N, elevation 2730 m
Weather: Clear
Telescope: 6-inch f/3 newtonian reflector at 23x
Camera: Visual

Table 1: Data about observation.
 

Updated: 30-Jul-2013