Abstract

JUPITER is now exceedingly well placed for obser vation, as it is in opposition on April 8. It is a very conspicuous object in the sky, rising a little after sunset. The bands and satellites make this planet a very interesting telescopic object. The planetary nebula, N.G.C. 3242, K.A. lOh. 21m., Dec. 18 ° 15′ S, a little south of μ Hydrae, is now conveniently placed for observation. It is of slightly elliptical shape and bears magnifying well. There are two clusters visible to the naked eye which repay examination with a small telescope. These are N.G.C. 2632 at 8h. 35m. and 20 ° 15′ N (Prsesepe), and N.G.C. 2168 at 6h. 4m. and 24 ° 20′ N. The last mentioned is in Gemini, and now appears in the western sky in the early evening.

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