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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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What is the nickname of the sagittarius constellation?
The Archer. It's not really a "nickname" per se, "sagittarius" means archer in Latin.
Does the lion symbol of Judah symbolizes the constellation Leo?
No. It is to convey the idea of strength, which is certainly what Judah was on many occasions over against the other tribes of Israel.
Gen 49:9-12 speaks PROPHETICALLY OF MANY IDEAS INCLUDING THE SCEPTRE OF THE KING IT SPEAKS OF THE SCEPTRE REMAINING BETWEEN THE HIND FEET OF THE LION WHICH CAN DENOTE THE PLANET ALIGNMENT AT/ON THE BIRTH OF CHRIST . THE STAR FORMATION THAT OCCURRED ONLY ONCE AND SENT THE MAGI OF THE TIME TO THE CHRIST CHILD'S BITRTHPLACE OUT OF THE EAST (WHICH MEANS "RISING UPWARD" IN BIBLICAL TIME SO THEAT THE STAR WAS NOT NECESSARILY EASTWARD BOUND OR EASTWARD FOUND
What are the four main uses of alcohol?
Alcohol is used in intoxicating drinks. It also has uses as a chemical, when it may be referred to as ethanol. It is a good fuel, used as an alternative to petrol. It is an important solvent in chemical industry. It is also a feedstock for making other chemicals such as ethene.
Where is the constellation Aquarius located in the sky?
A constellation of the zodiac, through which the Sun passes from mid February to mid March. It is one of the most ancient constellations in the sky, known under various names over the ages.
In most myths Aquarius is identified with Ganymede, cup-bearer to the gods. It is visible at latitudes between +65° and -90°, and best visible during the month of October.
How long do constellations stay in the night sky Aries?
You had an actual grammatical question going there right up until the end. It's actually impossible to answer, since "circumpolar" constellations (such as Ursa Minor for observers in the northern hemisphere) are always in the night sky, and other constellations (such as Crux for observers in the northern hemisphere) are never in the night sky (or the day sky either, for that matter).
Zodiacal constellations such as Aries are approximately on the celestial equator, and are therefore visible at night for approximately half the year.
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Where is the Epsilon Sagittarius star located in the constellation?
Epsilon Sagittarius (Kaus Australis) is the southern portion of the bow.
What is the nickname for the constellation Aries?
they say the constellation aries nickname is the RAM is it right
What are the main stars in the Aquarius constellation?
There is only one main star and the name of it is Sadalmelik.
When can you see the constellation Scorpio?
- the summer constellation capricornus little hard to find.i've been checking the books and the internet to see and spot my horoscope sign capricornus and they said something about being near to aquarius.
Antares (Alpha Scorpii) is the brightest star in the constellation Scorpius.it is often referred to as "the heart of the scorpion".
Could you see a galaxy that is 20 billion light - years away?
No, since the light cannot reach us at that distance. the space was born 14 billion light years ago and we cannot even see a little spot of 14 billion light years ago which means that we cant see anything that is 20 million light years far.
What is the difference between omega constellation women's watch 1262.30.00 and 1272.30.00?
The 1272 is a 25 mm case while the 1262 is a 22.5 mm case. The 1272 is the ladies Constellation whil ethe 1262 is the Ladies Constellation Mini Leigh Ross
How many points on the southern cross star?
The Southern Cross Star? Do you not mean the Commonwealth Star? (that is the one below the Union Jack on the Australian flag) It has 7 points: One for each state and one for all territories combined.
How far has a satellite gone in the universe?
Right now, the farthest spacecraft is the Voyagers which were launched in the 70's. But, they are only just out of our solar system. The universe as we know right now, is infinite. But, Hubble can see things that are unbelievable distances away.
Are pointer stars part of ursa major?
YES. Ursa Major also contains the big dipper (which is not a constellation, it is an asterism) and the pointer stars are located in the handle of the big dipper.
What country and time does Pegasus belong to?
The legends surrounding Pegasus are rooted in Ancient Greece, but lives today in the hearts and minds of poets, artists, and all who seek higher wisdom.
In 1941, the Pegasus (with rider) silhouette was adopted by the British Paratroops known as The Red Devils. During D-Day's airborne phase of the Normandy Invasion, the British 6th Airborne Division spectacularly held 'at all costs' a vital bridge over the Caen Canal. In memory of their tenacity, it has been known ever since as Pegasus Bridge.
Pegasus is also a constellation in the northern sky, and as such, continues to soar above us among the stars.
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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.
