Constellation

This image of the Orion nebula was captured by the Hubble Space Telescope. It is located in the constellation Orion, below the three stars that form the hunter's belt. Credit: NASA, ESA, M. Robberto Astronomy is the scientific study of everything in...
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WebA constellation is an area on the celestial sphere in which a group of visible stars forms a perceived pattern or outline, typically representing an animal, mythological subject, or inanimate object. [1] The origins of the earliest …
Constellation, in astronomy, any of certain groupings of stars that were imagined—at least by those who named them—to form …
The list of the 88 modern constellations officially recognized by the …
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WebA constellation is a grouping of stars that represents one of the 88 divisions of the celestial sphere as defined by the International Astronomical Union. Many constellations are …
Constellations can help you sort the twinkling dots scattered across the night sky. Connect the stars to see what deep-sky wonders emerge. By Glenn Chaple | Published: March 10, 2008
WebA constellation is a group of stars that appears to form a pattern or picture like Orion the Great Hunter, Leo the Lion, or Taurus the Bull. Constellations are easily recognizable patterns that help people orient themselves …
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WebConstellation Guide. The International Astronomical Union recognizes 88 constellations covering the entire northern and southern sky. Here is a selection of the most familiar …
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Constellation
A constellation is an area on the celestial sphere in which a group of visible stars forms a perceived pattern or outline, typically representing an animal, mythological subject, or inanimate obje…New content will be added above the current area of focus upon selectionA constellation is an area on the celestial sphere in which a group of visible stars forms a perceived pattern or outline, typically representing an animal, mythological subject, or inanimate object. The origins of the earliest constellations likely go back to prehistory. People used them to relate stories of their beliefs, experiences, creation, or mythology. Different cultures and countries invented their own constellations, some of which lasted into the early 20th century before today's constellations were internationally recognized. The recognition of constellations has changed significantly over time. Many changed in size or shape. Some became popular, only to drop into obscurity. Some were limited to a single culture or nation. Naming constellations also helped astronomers and navigators identify stars more easily.Wikipedia... Read more