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Serpens is a constellation. Its name is Latin for snake, and is unique among the modern constellations in being split into two separate sections, Serpens Caput (the snake's head) to the west and Serpens Cauda (the tail) to the east.
The nearest star Gamma Serpentis [See Link] (γ Ser / γ Serpentis) is 36 light years from us.
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How did the constellation Serpens get its name?
The Constellation Serpens is one of the 48 discovered by the Greco Roman astrologrt Ptolemy in the 2nd century AD.It is in the Northern hemisphere and quite literally to the naked eye,due to the fact that it is a long,narrow,"string" of stars it is snake-like,hence Serpens.The constellation is actually split into 2 separate parts.the "Serpents Head" and "the Serpents Tail".In between is Orphicus,known as the "Serpent Bearer"
Is Betelgeuse the closest star to earth?
No, Betelgeuse is not the closest star to Earth. The closest star to Earth is the sun, which is part of our solar system. Betelgeuse is a red supergiant star located in the constellation of Orion, approximately 642.5 light years away from Earth.
What four constellations are the closest to the constellation Hercules?
Nearby constellations to Hercules are Lyra, Draco, Bootes, Corona Borealis, and Serpens.
What is the name of the largest closest star to planet earth?
The star closest to Earth is the sun. The phrase "... largest to planet Earth ... " is meaningless.
What is the name of the star that is the closest to OUR solar system?
After our own Sun, the closest star is called Proxima Centauri.
How many stars does Ophiuchus and serpens have?
The constellation of Ophiuchus is represented by one main star, Rasalhague (Alpha Ophiuchi). Within the constellation of Serpens, there are two main parts: Serpens Caput and Serpens Cauda. Together, they contain a couple dozen stars visible to the naked eye.
What other constellations border Virgo?
Virgo is bordered by these constellations: Boötes Coma Berenices Leo Crater Corvus Hydra Libra Serpens Caput
How did the constellation Serpens get its name?
The Constellation Serpens is one of the 48 discovered by the Greco Roman astrologrt Ptolemy in the 2nd century AD.It is in the Northern hemisphere and quite literally to the naked eye,due to the fact that it is a long,narrow,"string" of stars it is snake-like,hence Serpens.The constellation is actually split into 2 separate parts.the "Serpents Head" and "the Serpents Tail".In between is Orphicus,known as the "Serpent Bearer"
What is the closest star to your planet?
The sun is the closest star to our planet.that is why it looks so big.
What is the closest star to your universe?
The sun is our closest star.
Why is the sun your closest star?
Quite simply. It is the closest star to us.
What is the closest red dwarf to the sun?
Proxima centauri is the closest red dwarf star and is the closest star
Does caput and caputa mean cattle in latin?
No. Caput means head.
Is Betelgeuse the closest star to earth?
No, Betelgeuse is not the closest star to Earth. The closest star to Earth is the sun, which is part of our solar system. Betelgeuse is a red supergiant star located in the constellation of Orion, approximately 642.5 light years away from Earth.
What is the star closest to the star?
Our Sun.
When was Tillandsia caput-medusae created?
Tillandsia caput-medusae was created in 1880.
When did Louis Caput die?
Louis Caput died on 1985-02-08.
