Comet C/1982 M1 (Austin)
Userterryjlovejoy
User`s nameTerry Lovejoy
Observation's time (UT)1982-08-01 19:12:00
Tool20cm Newtonian
Observation's placeShailer Park
Magnitude
Comparison stars sourceA - Australian Comet Section Charts (based on AAVSO atlas and charts)
Method
Coma diameter(')12
Tail's length2.7°
Condensation7
Positional angle of tailNot set
Bortl's scaleNot set
Aperture20 cm
Focal length (mm)1200
Type of toolL - Newtonian reflector
Magnification48
Field of view (°)1.04
SQM-L in zenith
Light pollution zoneYellow
LmNot set
CommentIon tail magnificent in scope, bright for first 30' tapering from 7' to 30' at 2.7 degrees. Tail much brighter
Morris Format1982 Aug 1.8 UT:, Dia.=12', DC=7, Tail: 2.7 deg ...20-cm L (48x) ...Terry Lovejoy (Shailer Park, Australia)