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BASIL April 2022
The front cover of BASIL shows a pale green image of the Moon, taken using an Ultra High Contrast filter by BAS member Andrew Grasemann.
Solar cycle progression continues to show an upward trend in sunspot numbers over the year - predicted numbers are given for the next 12 months, as solar activity is forecast to slowly increase.
Constellation of the month is Virgo, which is well placed for observing its stars and deep sky objects, including the Virgo Galaxy Cluster.
35 observing targets for the month are listed, with more details given for Messier 104 (Sombrero Galaxy) in Virgo and observing tips for the Virgo Galaxy Cluster.
Society News provides details of the 2022 programme of talks, including monthly 'hybrid' meetings at Unit 13 in Montpelier, and a summary report on the recent BAS Committee meeting held on 16 March 2022.