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Many cultures and people have their own fables about Cetus, but the basic idea every story has is: that creatures were sent by Neptune (Poseidon) to devour Andromeda, but were turned to stone at the sight of the Medusa's head. One of these creatures was Cetus, he can be found on the banks of the River Eridanus, and the side of his body is close by the constellation Pisces. This whale would have had to cross the constellation Pisces to reach Andromeda and Cetus was expected to devour her. However, on his way there Cetus was killed at the last minute by the hero Perseus.
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What is Pisces' neighbor?
'Pisces' is a constellation( of stars) in the night sky. On the Ecliptic its neighbouring constellations are Aquarius and Ares. Off the Ecliptic it nearest constellation is 'Cetus'. 'Pisces' is the pair of fish. 'Aquarius' is the water carrier. 'Ares' is the ram (male sheep) 'Cetus' is the whale. These names were given by the Classical Greeks, who saw then as images in the night sky. The names follow through in Astrology too!!!!
From what sea creature does Andromeda need to be rescued?
Cetus, sent by Poseidon.
In which two places is the bacteria bacillus Cetus commonly found?
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What constellations are next to Taurus?
Auriga, Perseus, Aries, Cetus, Eridanus, Orion and Gemini all border Taurus.
Which star that has the traditional name Deneb Algenubi?
Eta Ceti has the traditional name Deneb Algenubi or AlgenudiIt is located in the constellation Cetus.
What are facts about Cetus?
who is Cetus
When was Cetus Corporation created?
Cetus Corporation was created in 1971.
What is the brightest star in Cetus?
The brightest star in Cetus is Beta Ceti.
Is cetus on the ecliptic?
No Cetus is not on the ecliptic.There are only 13 constellations on the ecliptic.AriesTaurusGeminiCancerLeoVirgoLibraScorpioSagittariusCapricornAquariusPiscesOphiuchus.
Where is the Cetus constelation in the sky?
Cetus is believed to form the shape of a sea monster, nowadays a whale. You can make your own interpretation of the arrangement of the stars [See related link]
What are the animals of the constellation Cetus?
The constellation of Cetus is traditionally described as depicting a whale.
How did Cetus get its name?
Cetus received its named from a sea monster in Greek mythology.
When is cetus best visible?
Cetus is best visible October through January.
What is the bet beyblade out of Grand cetus thermos lacrita or galaxy pegasus?
Grand cetus
What is the alpha star for the constellation Cetus?
Menkar (Alpha Ceti) is the alpha star in Cetus.
What does the Latin word cetus mean?
Cetus = whale/dolphin/porpoise. The Romans did not differentiate
What is the nickname of the constellation cetus?
Cetus is a constellation in the northern sky. Its name refers to Cetus, a sea monster in Greek mythology, although it is often called 'the whale' today.
