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What is the magnitude of VY Canis Majoris?
VY Canis Majoris has an absolute magnitude of -9.4.
How bright is Gomeisa?
Apparent magnitude: +2.9Absolute magnitude: -0.7See related question.
Why was the Canis minor nicknamed the small dog?
Because Canis minor means "Small dog" in latin.
What is the absolute magnitude of VY Canis Majoris?
VY Canis Majoris has an absolute magnitude of -9.4.
Where did Canis Minor get his name?
Canis Minor means "smaller dog" in Latin. In Greek mythology, Canis Minor represents one of Orion the Hunter's hunting dogs, following the larger constellation Canis Major, which represents Orion's other dog.
When can you see canis minor?
You can see Canis Minor the best during the winter time. Once you see Orion soon you can see Canis Minor.
How far away is Canis Minor from the sun?
Canis Minor has no distance, it is only an area of sky on the celestial sphere. The brightest star is Procyon, Alpha Canis Minoris, which is one of the nearby ones.
How did Canis Minor get its name?
Canis Minor translates to "smaller dog" in Latin, likely due to its proximity to Canis Major, the "larger dog" constellation. The Greek poet Aratus may have named it in the 3rd century BC. The brightest star in Canis Minor, Procyon, means "before the dog," possibly indicating that it rises before Canis Major in the night sky.
Brightest star in Canis minor?
sirius
What is canis minor's nickname?
In English it is the smaller dog.
What galaxy does the constellation Canis minor belong to?
Orion
The nickname for canis minor is?
The nickname for Canis Minor is the "Little Dog." It is a small constellation in the northern sky, named for its resemblance to a dog. It is often seen chasing the larger constellation Canis Major, the "Big Dog."
