Astronomy

Astronomy is one of the oldest sciences, and has some of the best research and information behind it. Astronomers help the world better understand its place in the universe, where it is going, and where it came from.

Astronomy and the Moon

Skilled professionals in the field of astronomy have been looking to the moon for years for information on how celestial bodies function and where they come from. The moon's legal status is currently similar to that of international waters.

Astronomy and the Sun

Amateurs interested in astronomy should avoid studying the sun until they know a bit more about safety. Staring at the sun through a telescope or binoculars will damage your retinas, leading to temporary or even permanant blindness. Especially during an eclipse, which are eyes are not designed to focus on properly.

Astronomy Binoculars

Getting invovled with amateur astronomy can be expensive if you are looking to buy a good telescope, but not with the availability of fine binoculars on the market. A good set of 7x50 binoculars can cost only $50, and be perfect for the beginner.

Astronomy Software

There is a wide variety of planetarium software available for astronomy enthusiasts. Starry Night is one of the best commercial software titles available with Stellarium available for free from Sourceforge as well. Either one will allow you to see where constellations are in your night's sky.