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Orion is the brightest constellation in the night sky. It's essentially four bright stars in a nearly rectangular formation with an asterism of three more very bright stars forming a belt across the middle. from the belt, another asterism (which includes a nebula and a galaxy) forms the "scabbard".
Orion is a winter constellation in the Northern Hemisphere. At this time if year, he can be seen easily between November and February (meaning it rises early enough to see it comfortably).
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What is Orion's history?
According to Encyclopedia Britannica, Orion one of the brightest constellations in our sky, has been known to since early man. The Sumerians (4000-2000 BC) associated Orion with their king Gilgamesh. The ancient Egyptians associated Orion with their god Osiris and the ancient Greeks gave the constellation the name, Orion. In Greek mythology, Orion was a handsome hunter, so the constellation is called "Orion, the Hunter." The second century astronomer, Ptolemy, first cataloged information about Orion in his compilation of astronomical knowledge. There are many sources of information about Orion. Check with your local library for more resources and information about Orion. It is visible in the night sky throughout the world and it is beautiful!
Which constellation is often depicted in greek mythology as one of the dogs helping Orion hunt?
A+ Canis Major
Is Orion a god?
No. In Greek mythology Orion was a demigod son of Poseidon. He was a companion of Artemis, goddess of the hunt, until he was killed by the goddess or by a scorpion. The constellation Orion is a chance arrangement of stars in the sky. The human tendency to see patterns where none really exist causes us to see the shape of a human with a raised arm.
Why did the Romans name Sagittarius Sagittarius?
Drawing lines between the stars of the constellation can look like someone shooting a bow and arrow. The association of this constellation with a mounted archer originated in Babylonia as early as the 11th century BC The constellation is called Sagittarius or Archer. They realized that people born then liked travel and were good horsemen and also liked knowledge shooting their remarks and wisdom like arrows
What Greek myths did the Greek god Apollo appear in?
Apollo gets angry that Orion is hunting with his sister Artemis and later tricks her into killing Orion. Orion is then hung in the stars.
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.
What direction do you look from Florida to see constellation Orion?
SW?
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 constellation looks like giant with a belt?
Orion
How many constlettions does the Orion have?
One.Orion doesn't "have constellations". Orion is a constellation.
Why do you look for the constellation Orion in the winter?
because thats the season it comes out
What direction do I look in From Nashville Tennessee to see the Gemini constellation?
You look south. It will be right by Orion
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.
What is another name for the constellation Orion?
Orion is also known as "The Hunter"Another name for the constellation Orion is Hayk. This constellation can be found at night when the stars are out. For better chances of spotting this constellation it is recommended to invest in a telescope.
