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Old 03-08-2012, 01:02 AM
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As Peter said, even the simple Star Analyser (or Rainbow Optics) grating will show a surprising amount of spectral detail in the stars.
You will quickly recognise the "fingerprints" of the various stellar classifications and be able to monitor nova, variable stars and much more.
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