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There are 88 recognized constellations in the night sky. Some have been discovered but not recognized. And their still some to discover that may be recognized.

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How many constelltions have been named?

There are 88 named constellations.


When was the first constellation found?

As long as people have been on Earth, looking up at the night sky, constellations have been there. Ancient people began to see patterns of stars in the sky and gave them names and these have become the constellations.


When was the constellation scorpious found?

constellations are not "found" rather created, as they have always been there and we just "connect the dots" to form shapes in how we see them. Scorpius was one of the original 48 constellations listed by Ptolmey circa 165 BC


In which constellations is Antares found?

In Scorpius.


How many constellations have been identified?

There are 88 official constellations that have been identified by the International Astronomical Union. These constellations cover the entire celestial sphere and are used as a way to divide the sky for observational and navigational purposes.


Is the southern constenalltion more modern than the northern constellations?

No, the southern constellations are not more modern than the northern constellations. Constellations have been observed and documented for thousands of years, with many originating from ancient civilizations. The division between southern and northern constellations is based on the hemisphere from which they are seen, not on their age or historical significance.


How many constellations is the celestial divided?

There are 88 constellations.


How many constellations are in a star?

None. Many stars make up constellations.


How many constellations are so far recognized by astronomers?

Astronomers currently recognize 88 official constellations. These constellations have been defined by the International Astronomical Union and are used to divide the sky into different regions for observational and navigational purposes.


Do all-stars belong to a constellation?

The celestial sphere has been completely divided into 88 constellations, so yes.The celestial sphere has been completely divided into 88 constellations, so yes.The celestial sphere has been completely divided into 88 constellations, so yes.The celestial sphere has been completely divided into 88 constellations, so yes.


When were constellations found by scientists?

They were all found at different times, there is no exact date