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Do constellations change shape?
Star constellations are the different patterns that the stars in the sky make up. They do not change their shape.
Who are the inventor of constellations?
Ancient man invented the constellations. They saw patterns in the stars and drew imaginary lines to make images out of them.
How many stars make up all the 88 official constellations?
There are billions of stars that are within the region of the 88 official constellations. Technically, the word constellation refers to areas of the sky not necessarily the patterns of stars.
How did the astrolabe make life easier?
The sailors could finally figure out where they were and what direction they were headed, using the astrolabe and stars to track their progress.That way, they didn't have to guess where they were out at sea.
What is the color of the cancer constellation?
Constellations aren't a particular color. They are imaginary diagrams thought up by people looking at patterns of stars - different cultures see different patterns. The stars that make up the constellations do contain hints of color though... some stars are bluish, while some are yellowish - others are reddish and orange-ish. It depends on their age and size and how hot or cool they are.
Why do astronomer classify stars?
Because astronomers are human, and because humans have an insatiable mania for classifying things to make it easier to see similarities and differences between them. We humans are excellent at seeing patterns, and seeing how the patterns relate to other patterns. Even when there are no real patterns; for example, the arrangement of stars in the sky into "constellations:" shaped like heroes, gods and animals. When it comes to individual stars, it makes some sense to classify them based on size, temperature, and color; that makes it easy to describe a star in relationship to other stars that are at least vaguely similar. So a "Type G" star is similar in size and brilliance to our Sun.
How was the big dipper was found?
Ancient people looked up in the sky and imagined patterns in the stars. They saw a pattern of fairly bright stars in the shape of a dipper, although some people saw the shape of a large bear. In England, people made stories about the wagon that carried King Charles to his execution, and named it Charles' Wain.Officially, the name of the constellation is Ursa Major, or "Great Bear".But there isn't actually anything there in the sky except scattered stars. We IMAGINE the patterns. But human beings instinctively try to make patterns out of what we see.
How did you get constellations?
Constellations don't really exist. The individual stars exist, but the patterns, and the shapes that we "see" in the sky, are entirely imaginary. You "get" constellations when your imagination forms shapes from the separate unconnected points of light in the sky. We human beings are excellent at seeing shapes and patterns; even when there are no shapes or patterns! We make them up in our minds.
Why is ornithology important?
Ornithology is important because the ornithologists have to make sure the birds are safe when they travel and they have to study birds to see their migration patterns. If the patterns change, it means something is wrong. They have to then try and make the path for migration birds easier. they also have to ensure the exotic and rare birds will not get hunted too much.
What is constellation what is its astronomical significance?
Constellations consist of stars that make up certain patterns in the night sky. They are significant because they donÃ?t move, and can help you find out where you are on Earth.
Analysis is important for determining patterns of behavior?
The posed question is a statment, not a question. You can't make a question out of a statment by putting a question mark after it. As a question it would read. Is analysis important for determininig patterns of behavior? Answer: Absolutely. Without the analysis of some of collected data there would be no scientific basis for any theory you may have on patterns of behavior. (true)
How does dividing the sky into constellations make studing the stars easier?
Remembering unconnected facts is tough. Putting facts in patterns that allow us to visualize the relationships makes it easier to remember. If we can "see" patterns in the dots of light in the night sky - and we human beings are VERY GOOD at seeing patterns (even when there aren't any!) - then it is easier to remember them.
