👉 Seeing math, a key concept in astronomy, quantifies the clarity of astronomical observations by considering atmospheric turbulence. It measures the rate at which light from celestial objects is distorted as it passes through Earth's atmosphere, using the Fried parameter (r₀) to describe this turbulence. This parameter, derived from wavefront aberrations, indicates the smallest angular separation over which an object can be resolved clearly. Higher seeing values (smaller r₀) signify clearer skies, enabling sharper images, while lower values indicate more turbulent conditions that blur observations. This math is critical for planning telescope operations and interpreting data accuracy.
