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Where in the constellation Canis Major is VY Canis Majoris?

VY Canis Majoris is kinda beside Wezen(Delta Canis Majoris.) Find where it says VY


To which constellation largest star belong?

VY Canis Majoris belongs in the constellation Canis Major


Why did they name the biggest star vy?

The name "Vy Canis Majoris" comes from the star's location in the constellation Canis Major and its classification as a "variable" star. "Vy" is simply a designation for variable stars while "Canis Majoris" indicates its location in the constellation.


What is the star that burns the most fuel?

vy canis majoris in the constellation canis major


Does VY Canis Majoris have a constellation?

Yes it does and it is called the Canis Majorconstellation. The final shape of the constellation looks like a cat or a dog.


What is the magnitude of VY Canis Majoris?

VY Canis Majoris has an absolute magnitude of -9.4.


What are the coordinates of VY Canis Majoris?

VY Canis Majoris is located in the constellation Canis Major.It's not visible on any star maps, but you can locate it in Google Earth by using the link in the related links.


Is there something bigger than vy canis majoris?

As of today (2009) there is no star larger than VY Canis Majoris - a galaxy is larger than VY Canis Majoris though.


How far away is vy canis majoris?

VY Canis Majoris is about 4,900 light years from earth.


Is kolob bigger than vy canis majoris?

Scientists say that VY Canis Majoris is the biggest star we know so basically VY Canis Majoris is bigger than Kolob.


What is the biggest star named in space?

VY Canis Majoris (Not Canis Majoris)


How did vy canis majoris get its name?

Vy Canis Majoris is named after the constellation Canis Major, in which it is located. The "Vy" designation indicates that it is a variable star, meaning its brightness changes over time. Canis Major is Latin for "Greater Dog," representing the large hunting dog in Greek mythology that follows the hunter Orion.