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While generally thought of as one, the Big Dipper is NOT a constellation. It is an asterism - a group of stars that are part of a constellation. The Big Dipper is part of the constellation Ursa Major (the great bear).
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What is Big Dipper example of?
The Big Dipper is an example of an "Asterism" - a pattern of stars that are not a constellation. Other asterisms include Orion's belt, the summer triangle, the Little Dipper...
When did they name the big dipper?
when was the big dipper named
Is big dipper an adjective?
No, Big dipper is a constellation.
Does the Big Dipper have a tail?
The "tail" is the handle of the Big Dipper.
What are two different names for big dipper and little dipper?
Ursa Mayjor and Big Bear is the big dipper and Ursa Minor Or Little Bare is the litttle Dipper
What is Big Dipper example of?
The Big Dipper is an example of an "Asterism" - a pattern of stars that are not a constellation. Other asterisms include Orion's belt, the summer triangle, the Little Dipper...
What is the Big Dipper example of?
While generally thought of as one, the Big Dipper is NOT a constellation. It is an asterism - a group of stars that are part of a constellation. The Big Dipper is part of the constellation Ursa Major (the great bear).
The Big Dipper is an example of a?
An asterism, which is a grouping of stars that form a recognizable shape.
Wilt Chamberlain nicknames?
wilt the stilt, and the big dipper.
What is an example of a asterism?
The examples of asterisms are he BIG DIPPER AND THE NORTHERN CrOSS
Is big dipper an adjective?
No, Big dipper is a constellation.
When did they name the big dipper?
when was the big dipper named
Does the Big Dipper have a tail?
The "tail" is the handle of the Big Dipper.
What are two different names for big dipper and little dipper?
Ursa Mayjor and Big Bear is the big dipper and Ursa Minor Or Little Bare is the litttle Dipper
When does the big dipper to change positions?
The Big Dipper does not change positions, Earth moves relative to the Big Dipper all the time.
Who Discovered Big Dipper?
The Big Dipper was discovered by prehistoric people.
What is a big dipper?
A big dipper is an alternative name for a roller coaster.
