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There is no single number that describes a distance between the earth and that, or any other constellation.

The big dipper is a pattern of stars visible in the skies of the northern hemisphere. Its seven stars are not actually associated with each other and are at widely differing distances from the earth, ranging from 58 to 124 light years.

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What is the distance between the big dipper and the little dipper?

80 light years


Why is the big dipper so huge near Malaysia?

The big dipper is the same size from everywhere on Earth, because everywhere on Earth is the same distance from it.


What is the distense in degrees between each star in the big dipper?

The Big Dipper is an asterism, not a constellation, made up of seven bright stars. The angular distance between each star in the Big Dipper varies, but on average it is around 5-10 degrees. The stars in the Big Dipper are at different distances from Earth, so their angular separations can appear smaller or larger depending on perspective.


How far is the big dipper?

The Big Dipper (and other constellations) are made up of stars that are difference distances from Earth. Every star that makes up the Dipper is a different distance. It only looks like the big dipper from where we are.


When does the big dipper to change positions?

The Big Dipper does not change positions, Earth moves relative to the Big Dipper all the time.


How far is merak from earth?

Merak is a star in the Big Dipper constellation, which is part of our Milky Way galaxy. The distance between Earth and Merak is about 79.7 light-years.


What is the brightest star in big dipper?

The Ark is the brightest star in the big dipper


What planet is closest to the big dipper?

The planet closest to the Big Dipper in our solar system is Earth. The Big Dipper is just a pattern of stars in the constellation Ursa Major, whereas planets like Earth orbit the Sun.


How can one find the North Star from the Big Dipper?

To find the North Star from the Big Dipper, first locate the two outer stars of the Big Dipper's bowl. Draw an imaginary line connecting these two stars and extend it outwards. The North Star will be the brightest star along this line, about five times the distance between the two outer stars of the Big Dipper's bowl.


Does big dipper change size after a week?

No, the Big Dipper does not change size after a week. Its appearance in the night sky remains relatively the same over short periods of time due to its distance from Earth and the fixed positions of its stars relative to each other.


What is the length of the big dipper?

The Big Dipper doesn't rotate. The Earth, however, does rotate. The period of rotation is called a day and the Big Dipper will appear to make a full circle every 24 hours.


What is the difference between the big dipper and little dipper?

The Big Dipper is larger and has a long handle and a deep bowl, while the Little Dipper is smaller with a shorter handle and shallower bowl. The Big Dipper is part of the Ursa Major constellation, while the Little Dipper is part of the Ursa Minor constellation.