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Yes, Andromeda is a constellation. However, there is also a galaxy 2.2 million light years away from our galaxy named the Andromeda Galaxy - it's named that because you have to look through the constellation of Andromeda to see it.
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In what constellation is a galaxy in?
The Andromeda Constellation has the Andromeda Galaxy within it.
How did Andromeda become a constellation?
Andromeda is a galaxy (spiral) and not a constellation
Why was the Andromeda galaxy named after Andromeda?
Because it is located in the Andromeda Constellation.
Which constellation does not border andromeda?
There are many. See related link for a description of what constellation do border Andromeda.
What is the meaning of the constellation Andromeda?
Andromeda's meaning is "leader of men"
In what constellation is a galaxy in?
The Andromeda Constellation has the Andromeda Galaxy within it.
How did Andromeda become a constellation?
Andromeda is a galaxy (spiral) and not a constellation
Why was the Andromeda galaxy named after Andromeda?
Because it is located in the Andromeda Constellation.
Is the Andromeda constellation found in the Milky Way?
Yes. All constellations are in the Milky Way. Note that the Andromeda constellation is not to be confused with the Andromeda Galaxy.
Which constellation does not border andromeda?
There are many. See related link for a description of what constellation do border Andromeda.
What is the meaning of the constellation Andromeda?
Andromeda's meaning is "leader of men"
Was Andromeda turned into a mortal or demigod?
Andromeda was always mortal; after death she became the constellation Andromeda.
Who is Constellation and Andromeda's mother?
Cassiopeia
Why was it named the Andromeda galaxy?
Because the Andromeda Galaxy or M31 is a major galaxy and is found in the constellation Andromeda.
Who discovered the Andromeda constellation?
The constellation of Andromeda was established by Ptolemy. It was one of the original 48 constellations listed in his second century treatise Almagest.
What type of star is Andromeda?
Andromeda is not a star. It is a constellation. But it is also the name, given in short form, to the Andromeda Nebula.
Which constellation is represented as a chained maiden?
andromeda
