Particulate matter as an amplifier for astronomical light pollution

Autor:	Tomasz Ściężor, Marek Kubala
Rok vydání:	2014
Předmět:	Physics Brightness Linear relationship Space and Planetary Science Observatory Night sky Light pollution Astronomy and Astrophysics Astrophysics Particulates Atmospheric sciences
Zdroj:	Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society. 444:2487-2493
ISSN:	1365-2966 0035-8711
DOI:	10.1093/mnras/stu1577
Popis:	In this paper, we state that the main factor that influences seasonal changes in the brightness of the cloudless, moonless, light-polluted night sky is primarily particulate matter, emitted mainly from low-emission sources, especially in winter. This effect is particularly noticeable in Cracow and its surroundings, one of the places in Europe that is most polluted by particulate matter. Measurements taken over a period of one year have allowed us to show a linear relationship between the concentration of particulate matter and the brightness of the clear, cloudless night sky. We have also found similar correlations in other, industrialized areas of Poland, as well as at the Mount Suhora Astronomical Observatory. We believe that the factor described here should be taken into account when planning the construction of new astronomical observatories, especially those located near large urban areas.
Databáze:	OpenAIRE
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