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According to Scientific American: "The North Star, or Polaris, is the brightest star in the constellation Ursa Minor, the little bear (also known as the Little Dipper)."
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AnswerAnother way to find Polaris is to locate the Big Dipper (Ursa Major) which is usually easy to find from the Northern hemisphere, and then look at the two stars on the lip, or front side of the cup. These are Merak, on the bottom, and Dubhe on the tip of the lip. If you estimate the distance between these two and then follow a line straight up from Merak through Dubhe about three times that distance, you will find Polaris. It will appear to be approximately due North from any place it can be seen (which is nice for orienting yourself at night). As mentioned above, Polaris is also part of the Little Dipper (Ursa Minor) and is the star at the end of the handle.Because Polaris lies nearly in a direct line with the axis of the Earth's rotation "above" the North Pole - the north celestial pole - Polaris stands almost motionless on the sky, and all the stars of the Northern sky appear to rotate around it. Therefore, it makes an excellent fixed point from which to draw measurements for celestial navigation and for astrometry.
Additional AnswerIf you mean where in space is the star, relative to earth, it is 431 light years away from earth, about 2 degrees away from a line going from the south pole through the north pole.The web site in the related links also shows the direction of Polaris relative to Earth in the galaxy.
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The name of your north star is called?
The North Star is Polaris.
What is another word for the North Star?
The name of the north star is Polaris. As the brightest star in the constellation of Ursa Minor it is also called alpha Ursae Minoris. It is actually a multiple star comprised of Polaris Aa, Polaris Ab and Polaris B.
Is zenith and north star the same?
No, zenith and the North Star are not the same. The zenith is the point directly above an observer, whereas the North Star (Polaris) is a star located near the celestial North Pole in the Northern Hemisphere, making it useful for navigation.
What star will soon replace the north star for navigation?
Well it won't be soon but the star Gamma Cephie (Alrai) will become the north star in about 3000 CE
What north star is positined almost directly over the north pole?
Polaris, also called the North Star and the Pole Star, is situated within about 2/3 of a degree of the North Celestial Pole.
What was the north star?
The star "Polaris" is the North Star.
What was the north star 60000 years ago?
Approximately 60,000 years ago, the North Star was not Polaris as it is today. Instead, it was likely Thuban, the brightest star in the constellation Draco. Due to the precession of the Earth's axis, the position of the North Celestial Pole shifts over time, meaning different stars have served as the North Star throughout history. Thuban was significant as it was closely aligned with the North Pole during that period.
What is the north star and how did it help explorers?
The North Star is a star that where ever you are, when you look at it, that is north. It helped explorers to know which way is north;)
What star is always pointing north?
North star
Can you see the star of Jesus today?
No you can not see that star today as it was a special bright star.
Is the north star a star or a planet?
I think the answer is in the question. North Star!! It's a star called Polaris
The name of your north star is called?
The North Star is Polaris.
When was North Star Computers created?
North Star Computers ended in 1984.
Why is minnesota's nickname The North Star State?
because their motto is 'the north star' so its the north star state
Is the north star north of the celestial equator?
Yes. The North Star is aligned with the celestial north pole.
How is the north star used today?
The North Star, or Polaris, is primarily used today as a navigational aid, especially in the Northern Hemisphere, where it indicates true north. Its position remains relatively fixed in the sky, allowing travelers, hikers, and sailors to find their bearings. Additionally, it serves as a symbol of guidance and steadfastness in various cultural and spiritual contexts. While modern navigation technologies have largely replaced traditional methods, the North Star still holds historical significance and is a point of interest for astronomy enthusiasts.
What is the usage of north star or polaris?
The usage of the north star, or Polaris, is to find which way you are facing. If you are facing in the direction of it, you are facing north. If you are facing the opposite direction of the north star, you are facing south. If you are facing left of the north star, you are facing east. If you are facing right of the north star, you are facing west.
