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We don't know yet, but I think maybe it's just a saying, you know how they say " I know!", but they really don't know.

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Is sirius a star or planet?

The star Sirius is not a planet or even a single star but is in fact a binary star, or two stars that orbit each other. Together, these two stars are often called The Dog Star, as they are the brightest object in the constellation Canis Major - or The Big Dog. The stars, named Sirius A and Sirius B, orbit each other about 20 Astronomical Units (the distance from the Sun to the planet Uranus) that takes about 50 years to complete on orbit. Right now, they appear to be moving away from each other and will reach their maximum separation on the year 2019. At a distance of roughly 8.6 light years, the Sirius binary star system is actually relatively close to us. Sirius A (the larger of the two binary stars) is also extraordinarily bright, about 25 time brighter than our sun. These two factors make Sirius one of the top ten brightest stars in our night sky. While Sirius A is very large and bright, Sirius B (the smaller of the two binary stars) is significantly smaller than it's companion - about the size of our Earth. But even at it's small size, Sirius B still has nearly the same mass as our Sun. That much mass in such a tiny space means more surface gravity (about twice that of Sirius A) and more heat (about 2.5 times that of Sirius A). Just because it's small, doesn't mean it's not awesome. Sirius is considered a wintertime star, usually only seen between the months of December and March. It is part of the Winter Triangle asterism along with Betelgeuse and Procyon. So if you're in the Northern Hemisphere and the weather begins to turn cold, take a look into the southern night sky and find Sirius, The Dog Star!


When did the scientists find out about solar?

Lots


Why is Sirius so easy to find in the night sky?

Well, friend, Sirius shines very brightly in the night sky because it is one of the closest stars to Earth. Its twinkling light and easily noticeable position make it a beloved point of reference for stargazers around the world. Just like finding your favorite color on the palette, spotting Sirius can bring a spark of joy and inspiration to your evening under the stars.


How can one locate the Sirius star in the night sky?

To locate the Sirius star in the night sky, look towards the south-southeast direction during the winter months. Sirius is the brightest star in the sky and can be easily spotted near the constellation Orion.


Why is Sirius so easy to find?

Sirius is one of the brightest stars in the night sky because of its intrinsic luminosity and relatively close proximity to Earth (8.6 light-years away). This makes it easy to spot, even in light-polluted areas. Sirius is part of the constellation Canis Major and is often visible in the winter months in the Northern Hemisphere.

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Where can you find more info about Sirius the constellation?

Sirius is a star, not a constellation.You can read about it here:< en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sirius >


Where can one find information regarding a Sirius player?

One can find information regarding a Sirius player by contacting Sirius through Twitter, Emailing Listener Care, by contacting Sirius by using customer care, FAQ's where you can choose a variety of topics covered about Sirius Satellite Radio.


In what constellation is Sirius located?

Sirius is approximately 8.7 light-years away from Earth.In order to find Sirius in the night sky, find Orion's Belt, and follow its line of stars down to the left and you will find Sirius.


Where online can I find pricing for a Sirius sportster boombox?

You can find pricing for a Sirius Sportster Boombox on the following site: http://www.tss-radio.com/t/sirius-boomboxes-and-speakers?gclid=CPny66GD66kCFQY-bAodZCvWZg. It is very powerful.


What is the problem in 'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban'?

Harry wants to find out what Sirius Black had to do with his parents death, and then (spoiler alert) He wants to find out a way to save Sirius and Buckbeak.


Where online can I go to find pricing about a Sirius boombox?

Please visit the Sirius website. That will be the best location to find pricing on their boombox. If it is not available there, I would suggest visiting Bestbuy.com.


What did Harry Potter find in Sirius' bedroom?

In Sirius' bedroom, Harry found a two-way mirror that allowed him to communicate with Sirius in secret. This mirror became an important communication tool between Harry and Sirius throughout the series.


Where is the sid number for Sirius radio in the 2012 Ford Fusion?

Sirius's website has a guide for how to find it. I believe you press TEXT and 6, but I don't recall


Where online can I learn to install a Sirius car kit myself?

Your Sirius car kit should have come with installation instructions. If it didn't you can also find step by step instructions here, http://www.fixya.com/Sirius How To Install.


How do you find Sirius A in the sky?

Standing in the northern hemisphere facing south and then looking up, Sirius will appear below and to the left of the constellation Orion. It is easy to spot as it is the brightest star in the night sky. Sirius A and Sirius B are both part of the same system and are much too close to each other for us to see the distance between them without a powerful telescope. The vast majority of the Sirius' light comes from Sirius A.


How do scientists find things out?

Scientists find things out by doing experiments.


How do you find the mystery mans true identity on pet society?

Sirius is his name.