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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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It is only partly true. Stars have latitude and longitude just as we do on Earth, but they are called Declination and Right Ascension. A star that has a declination greater than 90 minus your latitude will never set. Such stars are called circumpolar stars. I live at 35° south so stars with declination 90-35=55° will never set. For example I can always see the Southern Cross.
What constellation contains the Owl Nebula?
Ursa Major
Ok. The Owl lies at the end of Hydra in the region of Virgo and Libra. The Hydra is a snake like line of stars starting at the south of Cancer.
How did Draco become a constellatoin?
It was a representation of either:
HESPERIAN DRAGON The huge serpent which guarded the golden apples of the Hesperides. After the beast was slain by Heracles, Hera placed it amongst the stars as Draco. (Hyginus 2.3 on Eratosthenes)
DRAGON OF ATHENA A gigantic serpent which was cast at the goddess Athena during the giant war. She caught it in her hands and set it about the northern pole as the constellation Draco. (Hyginus 2.3)
Can you see the big dipper in SE Florida in October at night?
Yes, you can see it anywhere in the world from Earth. As long as its night but, it might be in a different position in the sky during the different seasons.
Earth rotates on its axis.
What season is the best to observe the constellation orion?
Orion is clearly visible in the night sky from November to February.
Which stars in the Sagittarius constellation is the brightest?
Epsilon Sagittarii, at magnitude 1.85, is the brightest star in the constellation.
How many constellations are recognized by astronomers today?
There are 88 constellations recognized by astronomers right now.
What is the surface temperature of Draco the constellation?
each different star in the constellation (there are 13) would have a different surface temperature, which is based on what phase of stellar life they are in and how massive they are
Why does the constellation cassiopeia look different today?
because the stars are moving and changing positions in the sky
Why is the tip of an arrow pointed?
=An arrow tip for shooting wooden targets with an archery arrow and retrieving said arrow and said arrow tip from said wooden target. The arrow tip having, a penetrating point forward of, a cylindrical shank forward or aft of, a circular cutting edge forward or aft of, a left-handed extraction thread forward of, a post extraction tip removal hole forward of, a circular curing edge as large or larger than an arrow shaft. The arrow tip is removed by rotating and pulling same.=
Where can you find pictures of constellations?
You can find pictures of constellations in astronomy books, online astronomy websites, and through various astronomy apps. Many observatories and planetariums also have resources available for viewing and learning about constellations.
