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What are facts about Canis Minor?

Canis Major means "great dog". It was discovered by Ptolemy. It contains Sirius, the dog star. Sirius is the brightest star in the sky (after the sun). It has a right ascension of 7h. It has a declination of -20 degrees. 4 of its stars have planets. The "dog days of summer" are so called because Canis Major was visible during the hottest time of the year. It was sometimes considered as Orion's hunting dog. There is also a Canis Minor.


What is the significance of the little dog constellation in ancient mythology and astronomy?

The little dog constellation, known as Canis Minor, holds significance in ancient mythology and astronomy as it is associated with the dog of Orion, a prominent figure in Greek mythology. The constellation is often depicted as following Orion, the great hunter, across the night sky. In astronomy, Canis Minor is one of the 88 modern constellations recognized by the International Astronomical Union. Its brightest star, Procyon, is one of the brightest stars in the night sky and has been used for navigation and timekeeping by various cultures throughout history.


What is the brightest star and what is its nickname?

brightest star:north star nickname:dog star


What time of the year is a tornado most likely to form?

Tornadoes can occur at any time of year, but are most common in spring and early summer. The general peak of tornado activity will vary by region.


Ursa Major and Ursa Minor are visible during which season?

If you are in the northern hemisphere, they are visible in all seasons.

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What are facts about Canis Minor?

Canis Major means "great dog". It was discovered by Ptolemy. It contains Sirius, the dog star. Sirius is the brightest star in the sky (after the sun). It has a right ascension of 7h. It has a declination of -20 degrees. 4 of its stars have planets. The "dog days of summer" are so called because Canis Major was visible during the hottest time of the year. It was sometimes considered as Orion's hunting dog. There is also a Canis Minor.


What is the maximum amount of time that a minor has to disaffirm a contract?

one year


What year is Canis Canem Edit or Bully set?

2006


Can a seventeen year old adopt a sixteen year old?

No, a minor cannot adopt another minor. And most jurisdictions don't allow adoption under the age of 21.


What time of the year is the constellation Sirius visible?

Sirius is a single star, in the constellation Canis Major, just east of Orion. It's visible at some time of night during roughly 9 months of the year. The best time of year to see it depends entirely on what time of night you like to go outside and look. If you're like most people, and do your gazing between dinnner and bed-time, then Winter and early Spring are the best seasons.


What is the most wonderful time of the year?

the most wonderful time of the year is Christmas!


When is ursa minor visible in new jersey?

At any time on any clear night of the year.


How long would it take to neerest galaxy?

Canis Major at 25,000 light years away a light year is equal to the time it takes light in one year to travel. Speed of light is roughly 671,000,000 mph.


Can the parents of a 15-year-old tell them who they can have as friends?

A 15-year-old is a minor and her parents have the right to decide who she can/cannot spend time with.


Can two 17 year olds' stay in a hotel alone?

Most hotels will not rent a room to a minor.


How often do trains run from Paris France to Narbonne France?

most of the time they do but it is a serten time of the year most of the time they do but it is a serten time of the year


When was It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year created?

It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year was created in 1963.