ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY – Moon libration 8°N

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The North pole of the Moon is tipped into view thanks to the current libration in latitude of about 8°, which is significant.

Moon libration chart
North pole tipped into view
Maximum libration North cca 8°

Photo is a one-shot through a small refractor carried by a compact EQ mount. APS-C sensor, bad seeing (it was boiling).

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