Astronomy


MPj Astro 1.4.1               	                                       	
Study the night sky 
Astronomy students will see stars with this charting program. Control how you view the night sky. Identify items like the celestial equator, star names and 
constellation boundaries.  
* Display and print star maps 
* Change direction and width of view 
* Link observation notes to astronomical objects 
(Application by Microprojects) 
Education-> Volume 231/November '96          


Planet C 6.1                  	                                       	
Out of this world 
Quickly calculate the coordinates of planets and other heavenly bodies visible to the naked eye, including  Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, and the sun and moon. This program is a must for keen astronomers.   
* Choose from three different coordinate systems 
* Calculate the magnitude of the planets 
* Investigate eclipses 
(Application by Lars Glisen) 
Education-> Volume 230/October '96           


Space Station                 	                                       	
You'll space out with this fun program. Learn about constellations, planets, solar systems and more. A section teaches about early space exploration, from the invention of rockets to the Mercury Program. It's out of this world! (Hypercard) 
Children's-> Volume 227/July '96