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Constellations

Constellations have fascinated astronomers for centuries. They are arbitrary formations of stars perceived as a figure or design, especially one of 88 recognized groups named after characters from classical mythology and various common animals and objects. Questions about the various constellations of stars are what this category is all about.

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Where and when can you see the constellation great bear?

The great bear or Ursa Major can be seen in the northern hemisphere on most dark and clear nights. In northern Europe it never sets and can be seen under the Pole Star in autumn and winter. Nearer the equator it can be seen better in the summer when it is above the Pole Star.

What animal is the constellation Lyra?

Not an animal, it's the musical instrument called a lyre.

Is Pisces circumpolar?

Circumpolar constellations are those that, from the viewer's latitude, never set. Any constellation found in the zodiac is not circumpolar. These are seasonal. Pisces appears in the Spring in the Southern hemisphere and in Autumn in the Northern hemisphere.

What consellation is the big dipper in?

The Big Dipper is part of the Ursa Major constellation.

Where is Polaris located in relation to Ursa Major?

The Big Dipper or big ladle or big spoon looks like a pot with a handle. It is the basic central structure to the Big Bear (major Bear). The two stars of the front wall of the pot point to Polaris in the direction north from the open pot.

What other constellations are near Ursa major?

Bootes, Draco, Camelopardalis, Lynx, Leo Minor, Come Berenices, and Canes Venatici. They all share common borders with Ursa Major.

How was Ara the constellation discovered?

Ara constellation in the Southern Hemisphere was discovered by the Greco/Roman/Egyptian astronomer Ptolemy in the 2nd cenury AD.It is one of the 48 knowm constellations first identified and recorded by Ptolomy.He used fairly primitive equipment in his observations and was meticulous in recording his findings,and remains the most prolific astronomer of our heavens