<div dir="ltr"><div><div><div>Hi all<br><br></div>The Astrophotography Section of the
Astronomical Society of South Africa has learned that the asteroid
Pallas recently passed opposition, and is currently moving past the
moderately bright star Alphard (Alpha Hydra). Since the asteroid is at
approximate magnitude 7 for the next few weeks, and is so conveniently
placed for observing, we've decided to set a challenge: Capture a
time-lapse series of images of Pallas as it passes through Hydra.<br>
<br></div>It should be detectable with modest astrophotography
equipment, and quite visibly moves by about a half degree per night.
For more information, including a finder chart and directions on how to
share your images, visit the Astrophotography Section's website here: <a href="http://assa.saao.ac.za/sections/astrophotography/" target="_blank">http://assa.saao.ac.za/sections/astrophotography/</a><br><br></div>Kind Regards<br>
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<div><div dir="ltr"><div><div>Allen Versfeld<br></div><a href="http://www.urban-astronomer.com" target="_blank">http://www.urban-astronomer.com</a><br></div><br></div></div>
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