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How could you find the direction North by looking at the night sky and its stars?
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∙ 14y ago
In the northern hemesphere u can find north by using the star Polaris in the constelation Ursa Minor. (Polaris is in fact a multi star system, not just one star)
It is easily found by finding one of the most distinctive constelations Ursa Major or the Big Dipper. Take the two stars that make up the scoop part of the ladel (opposite the handle) and extend it up and you find to Polaris.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoIn the Northern Hemisphere, the Constellation Ursa Minor (The Little Bear) circles the North Star, which is directly above Earth's North Pole. So finding this constellation always points you to North. In the Southern Hemisphere, you look for the Southern Cross which is pretty close to celestial south.
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∙ 14y ago1). Find Polaris (the North Star).
2). Measure or estimate the angle of Polaris above the northern horizon.
The angle of Polaris above the northern horizon is equal to the observer's north latitude,
within about 2/3 of a degree.
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∙ 12y agoAdd your answer:
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Why is the north star is the only star in the night sky that seems to stay still?
Because it's in line with the Earth's north and south poles, so as we sit watching from our rotating Earth its direction does not alter. Imagine sitting on a swing as it goes round. If you look at the centre, its direction stays fixed, as the rest of your surroundings appear to rotate.
How did the southern cross get its name?
If you join the dots of the stars the right way they make up a cross which is seen in the southern sky at night.
How can pole star help in finding direction?
It acts as a compass at night.
How pole star help in finding direction?
It acts as a compass at night.
What is the name for current north star?
The North Star is called Polaris. At night, it is often the brightest star in the north. It used to be used as a way to navigate at night, and still is in some parts of the world.
If you look north at night and see a star left of polaris what direction will the star appear to move due to the motion of earth?
North
Why could sailors not use constellation in navigation.?
Most constellations are circumpolar. Over the course of a night they appear to rotate around the North pole and so do not identify a specific direction. As a reult they are of little use for navigation.
Night angle of India?
The North Star, or Polaris, serves as the night angle (having a fixed position in the sky) for observers in India. Located close to the celestial north pole, Polaris allows for determining direction when navigating at night.
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