light pollution
noun
: artificial skylight (as from city lights) that interferes especially with astronomical observations
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No telescopes are required to see the Orionids, while NASA recommends finding an area away from light pollution and lying on your back with your feet facing southeast.
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Ty Roush, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Like the northern lights, the darker the spot without a lot of light pollution is best for viewing.
—Christopher Kuhagen, Journal Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2024
Prince was able to capture the comet on film on Oct. 15 from Ortega Highway, where light pollution was at a minimum.
—Laylan Connelly, Orange County Register, 16 Oct. 2024
This new Abu Dhabi Sphere follows an aborted attempt to bring the spherical venue to London, which was cancelled by London Mayor Sadiq Khan following concerns about light pollution and disruption for locals.
—Adam Williams, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2024
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Ty Roush, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Like the northern lights, the darker the spot without a lot of light pollution is best for viewing.
—Christopher Kuhagen, Journal Sentinel, 18 Oct. 2024
Prince was able to capture the comet on film on Oct. 15 from Ortega Highway, where light pollution was at a minimum.
—Laylan Connelly, Orange County Register, 16 Oct. 2024
This new Abu Dhabi Sphere follows an aborted attempt to bring the spherical venue to London, which was cancelled by London Mayor Sadiq Khan following concerns about light pollution and disruption for locals.
—Adam Williams, New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2024
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“Light pollution.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/light%20pollution. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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