Measure of elevation of Antares at 30minute intervals

In summary, the conversation is about a person needing help with an assignment that requires them to find the measure of elevation of Antares at 30-minute intervals between 7pm and 10.30pm. Suggestions were given to either use a sextant to measure the elevation or to look up the declination of Antares and their own latitude and longitude to convert it to altitude. The person may need to show their calculations for the assignment.
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Lucinda_81
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please help!

I need to know the measure of elevation of Antares at 30minute intervals from 7pm to 10.30pm.

It's for an assignment and I don't have any idea how to do it. =(

Any help at all would be very very very much appreciated.
 
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buy a sextant, sit outside, find antares, measure its elevation every half hour, starting at 7pm...
 
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You could also look up the declination of antares, and your own lattitude and longitude. Then convert declination to altitude. You can look up the conversion online, there are various methods. You'll need to do the conversion for each time listed.
 
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My guess would be that your teacher will want to see the math, so you'll have to do this yourself (with a method probably like what Gale suggested).

You'll need the date too...
 

FAQ: Measure of elevation of Antares at 30minute intervals

What is the measure of elevation of Antares?

The measure of elevation of Antares refers to the angle between the horizon and the star, measured from the observer's location.

Why is the measure of elevation of Antares taken at 30-minute intervals?

The measure of elevation of Antares is taken at 30-minute intervals to track the star's movement across the sky and to gather more accurate data.

What is the purpose of measuring the elevation of Antares?

The purpose of measuring the elevation of Antares is to study the star's position and movement in the sky, which can provide valuable information about the star's characteristics and behavior.

How is the measure of elevation of Antares calculated?

The measure of elevation of Antares is calculated using trigonometry and the observer's latitude and longitude, as well as the star's declination and right ascension coordinates.

Can the measure of elevation of Antares change over time?

Yes, the measure of elevation of Antares can change over time due to the Earth's rotation and the star's own movement in the sky. It can also vary depending on the observer's location on Earth.

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