answersLogoWhite

0

Do stars change p0sition

Updated: 8/19/2019
User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago

Best Answer

Yes, every star is moving. We call the actual movement of a star "proper motion", to distinguish it from the "apparent motion" of the stars rising and setting. This is because the "apparent motion" is caused by the Earth spinning and us going around with it.

However, the "proper motion" of most stars is so small, and the stars themselves are so far away, that with only a few exceptions no person could notice any change over the course of a lifetime. One of the few exceptions is Bernard's Star, which is not only moving quite fast, it's also fairly close (as stars go). If you were to watch it very carefully over the course of 50 or 60 years, you might be able to notice the change in position.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Do stars change p0sition
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

How do colors of stars change with temperature?

White stars are usually the hottest, followed by blue stars and then red stars.


Do stars change coulor?

no


Is it possible for the stars in the Milky Way galaxy to be in perfectly balanced orbits that do not get larger or smaller?

No. The stars will influence each other gravitationally, and eventually change their orbits.No. The stars will influence each other gravitationally, and eventually change their orbits.No. The stars will influence each other gravitationally, and eventually change their orbits.No. The stars will influence each other gravitationally, and eventually change their orbits.


Why the moon stars and sun appear to change positions in the sky?

The sun and stars change positions because Earth moves


When are they going to change the judges in Dancing with the Stars?

There will be no change to he judges.


Do the stars change their colors?

no way


What do the little stars mean in Super Smash Bros melee?

Little stars indicate how many KO's you have made in Melee mode. The stars change if you change your name to one of your created names. Try to get as many stars as you can.


What are the release dates for Stars Their Courses Change - 1912?

Stars Their Courses Change - 1912 was released on: USA: 26 May 1912


What are the release dates for Stars Their Courses Change - 1915?

Stars Their Courses Change - 1915 was released on: USA: 26 February 1915


Why does Jupiter change position to the stars?

All the planets (Greek for "wanderer") change position with respect to the stars. The reason is that they orbit the sun, as does the earth.


Why do stars change position?

1) The earths orbit 2) the stars also have an orbit


Can you change your hair on action all-stars?

no