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Alpha Ophiuchi (α Oph / α Ophiuchi) is the brightest star in the constellation Ophiuchus. It's traditional name is Ras Alhague.
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Where is the constellation of Ophiuchus located?
Ophiuchus is a constellation located around the celestial equator. Its receives it's name from the Greek Ὀφιοῦχος meaning "serpent-bearer", and is usually deplicted as a man holding the snake that is seen by the constellation Serpens.
What is the dimmest star in the Ophiuchus constellation?
Beta and Alpha Herculis are both 2nd Magnitude (2.78) stars
What is the star sign between Sagittarius and Scorpio?
Ophiuchus
Who discovered Ophiuchus?
Parke Kunkle from the Minnesota Planetarium Society.
What time of the year is it best to view Ophiuchus?
Late summer and early autumn is the best time.
What is in the grasp of Ophiuchus?
Serpens is in the grasp of Ophiuchus.
Was Ophiuchus related to Serpens?
in some ways
What is the relationship in mythology between ophiuchus and serpens?
They are close to each other and they share the same power. 50% Right answer.
Where is the constellation of Ophiuchus located?
Ophiuchus is a constellation located around the celestial equator. Its receives it's name from the Greek Ὀφιοῦχος meaning "serpent-bearer", and is usually deplicted as a man holding the snake that is seen by the constellation Serpens.
What constellations border the Aquila?
There are several constellations bordering Aquila: Sagitta Hercules Ophiuchus Serpens Cauda Scutum Sagittarius Capricornus Aquarius Delphinus
What is constellation near Aquila?
Aquila has nine neighboring constellations: Aquarius, Capricornus, Delphinus, Hercules, Ophiuchus, Sagitta, Sagittarius, Scutum, and Serpens Cauda.
What are the names of stars in Ophiuchus?
Alpha ophiuchi, beta ophiuchi, etc.
What is the dimmest star in the Ophiuchus constellation?
Beta and Alpha Herculis are both 2nd Magnitude (2.78) stars
What is the Eagle Nebula cluster of stars catalogued as?
The "Eagle Nebula" cluster of stars is classified as being part of a diffuse emission nebula. It can be found in the "Serpens" constellation of stars and is thought to be around 5.5 million years old.
What is the true spelling of ophiuchu?
The true spelling of the constellation is Ophiuchus.
What is serpent in Latin?
serpens
What is snake in Latin?
Serpens.
