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The sky is the apparently hemispherical region of space above the earth's horizon that includes the clouds and all the extraterrestrial objects as seen by human observers.
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How do you define a constellation?
A constellation is a group of celestial bodies occupying a specific region in the sky and forming a definite pattern or shape as of a human, animal, or object.
Why is the sky endless?
That almost becomes a philosophical question depending on what you define as "sky" and what you define as "endless" Consider, what is the sky? Is it simply the area that we perceive as being above the horizon? Is it our atmosphere? Is it space? One might argue that that since we consider it "the sky" when we see it's colourful shades during the day, and we also consider it "the sky" when we see the infinite depths of space at night, then the sky must not be a tangible entity but simply a region of our perception. In that case, then the answer might be no. The sky has boundaries then, as it ends at the horizon. In that case, the sky might be thought of as an enclosed circle. But wait - that's only if you consider the perimeter of the sky. If you consider it's depth as we perceive it then the sky is limited during the day, when all we can see is the blue haze of the nitrogen in our atmosphere, but limitless at night, when we can see in to the depths of space. Even then though you might have a contradiction. Can we really see infinitely into the depths of space? Is space itself truly endless? Here we move into questions whose answers no-one really knows.
Why is the sun high in the sky at noon?
Well, you're looking at it backwards. The concept of "noon" is man-made. Noon describes that point during the day when the sun is directly (or nearly) overhead. So, to answer your question, the sun is high in the sky at noon because we define "noon" as that time during the day when the sun is high in the sky.
What was Zeus's realm?
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Why do astronomers use Declination and Right Ascension?
These are coordinates that define the position of an object in the sky (on the "celestial sphere"). They are used in a similar way to how latitude and longitude are used, on the Earth's surface.
What object on the sky do astronomer use to define apparent solar time?
The Sun
Could skyscrapers really touch the sky?
no, but they are so high that people claim that they do touch the sky, which they don't. They just reach so high! First you would have to define at what height the sky begins
Define pointer star?
Pointer Stars are stars that are used to pinpoint other areas in the sky, such as constellations.
How do you define define?
dictionary.com defines "define" as:1. to state or set forth the meaning of (a word, phrase, etc.)2. to explain or identify the nature or essential qualities of3. to fix or lay down definitely; specify distinctly: to define one's responsibilities.4. to determine or fix the boundaries or extent of: to define property with stakes.5. to make clear the outline or form of: The roof was boldly defined against the sky."Define" means to describe something or lay out the characteristics of something. If you want to define a word, you say what it means.
How do you define a constellation?
A constellation is a group of celestial bodies occupying a specific region in the sky and forming a definite pattern or shape as of a human, animal, or object.
What is the fastest wind seen in the sky?
That depends on where you define the sky to begin. Winds a few hundred feet above the ground in tornadoes have been known to exceed 300 mph. If tornadoes don't count, then the fastest wind in the sky would occur in the jet stream, where winds can occasionally exceed 250 mph.
Where is the strong Pokémon in Pokémon emerald?
Well, it depends on what you define as strong. If you are referring to the legendary pokemon, Rayquaza, it is found in the Sky Pillar near Pacifilodge Town. ;)
Why is the sky endless?
That almost becomes a philosophical question depending on what you define as "sky" and what you define as "endless" Consider, what is the sky? Is it simply the area that we perceive as being above the horizon? Is it our atmosphere? Is it space? One might argue that that since we consider it "the sky" when we see it's colourful shades during the day, and we also consider it "the sky" when we see the infinite depths of space at night, then the sky must not be a tangible entity but simply a region of our perception. In that case, then the answer might be no. The sky has boundaries then, as it ends at the horizon. In that case, the sky might be thought of as an enclosed circle. But wait - that's only if you consider the perimeter of the sky. If you consider it's depth as we perceive it then the sky is limited during the day, when all we can see is the blue haze of the nitrogen in our atmosphere, but limitless at night, when we can see in to the depths of space. Even then though you might have a contradiction. Can we really see infinitely into the depths of space? Is space itself truly endless? Here we move into questions whose answers no-one really knows.
Why is the sun high in the sky at noon?
Well, you're looking at it backwards. The concept of "noon" is man-made. Noon describes that point during the day when the sun is directly (or nearly) overhead. So, to answer your question, the sun is high in the sky at noon because we define "noon" as that time during the day when the sun is high in the sky.
Can you define the word uranos?
Uranos (Ouranos) means heaven, or the sky. It is pronounced oorah-NOSS by Hellenists, OOra-nuss by Latinists. Masculinized from Urania, the queen of the sky ( now merely the muse of astronomy), the word may be related to oura, the tail, or rear end.
What was Zeus's realm?
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How do you define 'celestial'?
The adjective "celestial" means pertaining to matter beyond the earth's atmosphere.
