Comet C/1982 M1 (Austin)
Userterryjlovejoy
User`s nameTerry Lovejoy
Observation's time (UT)1982-08-07 19:26:00
Toolne
Observation's placeShailer Park
Magnitude4.5:
Comparison stars sourceA - Australian Comet Section Charts (based on AAVSO atlas and charts)
MethodI - Variable stars (without defocusing)
Coma diameter(')Not set
Tail's length0.5°
Condensation
Positional angle of tailNot set
Bortl's scaleNot set
Aperture cm
Focal length (mm)Not set
Type of toolE - Naked eye
MagnificationNot set
Field of view (°)Not set
SQM-L in zenithNot set
Light pollution zone
LmNot set
CommentGood transparency, but moon/twilight/low elevation. Still visible to naked eye despite unfavourable conditions.
Morris Format1982 Aug 7.81 UT: m1=4.5:, Tail: 0.5 deg...Naked Eye ...Terry Lovejoy (Shailer Park, Australia)