A Sky Target in the Andromeda Constellation
Sky enthusiasts looking to celebrate Friday the 13th with a thematic observation have an interesting target in the Andromeda constellation. Known as 'Mirach's Ghost,' this celestial object takes center stage for stargazers in mid-November.
Observation Details and the Position of Mirach
Those wishing to observe should point their telescopes toward the 2nd-magnitude star Mirach (Beta [β] Andromedae) in the evening. By around 7 P.M. local time, Mirach reaches nearly 60 degrees high in the eastern sky.
Weekly Sky Events
The sky column also features other targets, such as an open cluster in Perseus on November 12. During this period, the night sky offers various opportunities for amateur astronomers.
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