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Why doesn't the constellation Scorpio appear at the same time Orion appear?
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∙ 13y ago
Probably becasue it is in another part of the sky.
There is a mythological significance to this, but since it's just a made up story, it has nothing to do with the actual reason why, which is that the two constellations are very nearly opposite each other in the sky.
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What constellation is the Orion telescopes named after?
The Orion telescopes are named after the constellation with the same name, the Orion constellation. The Orion constellation is named after the hunter in Greek mythology also with the same name, Orion.
Is the Orion-the-hunter constellation is an ursa minor?
No. Ursa Minor is the constellation that includes Polaris, while Orion is more equatorial.
Why is orion's belt called orion's belt?
Because it looks like the belt of the hunter Orion, as depicted in the stars of the constellation Orion.
What Greek constellation is the same as the Japanese constellation of a drum?
The Japanese version of ORION is the drum.
What is the red supergiant star in the constellation Orion?
Rigel (beta Orionis) is the brightest star in the constellation Orion and one of the brightest stars in the sky.
What constellation is responsible for Orion's death?
Scorpio killed Orion
During the month of July which constellation can be seen the clearest?
SCORPIO
Which constellation does the Orion nebula appear in the sky?
Not surprisingly - Orion!!
What day does the constellation Orion appear?
It depends. If you are in the Northern Hemisphere, Orion should appear every night. It does NOT show up in the Southern Hemisphere.
Are there any myths about costellations?
Yes like Orion the Hunter. Orion was a Roman or Greek Hunter. He was killed by the scorpio constellation. They say you see his 2 dogs next to him
What constellation is the Orion telescopes named after?
The Orion telescopes are named after the constellation with the same name, the Orion constellation. The Orion constellation is named after the hunter in Greek mythology also with the same name, Orion.
How many constlettions does the Orion have?
One.Orion doesn't "have constellations". Orion is a constellation.
What type of galaxy is Orion?
Orion is a constellation
What is the Hindi name for the constellation Orion?
orion
Is Orion a constellation star or galaxy?
A constellation
What constellation is known as the hunter?
The constellation Orion.
Why is Orion not in the sky with Scorpio?
Because in mythology Orion bragged about his skills and Zeus was annoyed so he punished him by sending Scorpio to sting him but an admirer of Orion named Diana asked the gods if they could put Orion in the sky to remember him by. They agreed but as long as Scorpio was put next to him to warn against such nasty crimes. In Orion's last dying breaths he begged not to be placed near Scorpio That's why Orion is seen in the winter while Scorpio is seen in the summer.
