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Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system. It is the second brightest planet next
to Venus. Jupiter also has moons of which 4 are easily visible through a telescope.
In fact as you watch them throughout the evening you will see that they change their
positions relative to each other and to Jupiter. It is possible with careful planning to
actually see one of the moons disappear either in front of, or behind Jupiter as they
travel around their planet. Another great feature of Jupiter is the cloud belt pattern.
Jupiter is alive with weather activity and the planet’s clouds have formed in time into
belts which are visible to telescopes, when our skies allow it.
Saturn, the second largest planet, is not as bright as Jupiter and its moons are not
as visible through small telescopes. However it has very large rings that encircle the
planet which are spectacular. The planet appears as a pale yellow, as do the rings
but one can spend hours looking at these. The major division in the rings, the Cas-
sini division, is possible to see in a small telescope if the viewing is steady.
Uranus and Neptune are the last of the solar system gas giants. They do not yield
up spectacular sights like Jupiter or Saturn, however they are part of our family and
are rewarding to see as they can be a challenge to find.
Beyond our solar system there lies a multitude of objects to be found. Galaxies,
nebulae and star clusters abound.
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This unit uses two AA batteries. Always use fresh batteries. If the unit will not be used for an
extended term remove the batteries. Do not try and recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
Do not take batteries apart. Do not short circuit the terminals. Do not dispose of batteries in
fire. They may explode.
WARNING! CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not suitable for children
under 3 years.
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