Constellation
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- 1. Taurus is a constellation that represents a bull. Its brightest star, Aldebaran, marks the "eye" of the bull. The Pleiades star cluster is also located within Taurus.
- 3. Major Canis Major is a constellation that represents a large dog. It contains the brightest star in the night sky, Sirius, often called the "Dog Star."
- 6. Orion is one of the most recognizable constellations in the night sky. It is known for its distinctive three stars forming Orion's Belt. Look for the "hunter" figure with his bow and arrow.
- 7. Cassiopeia is a constellation in the northern sky. It is named after the queen Cassiopeia from Greek mythology. Look for its distinctive "W" or "M" shape.
- 8. Leo is a constellation representing a lion. It is easily recognizable due to its backward question mark shape formed by its brightest stars.
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- 2. Major Ursa Major, also known as the Big Dipper or the Plough, is a prominent constellation in the northern hemisphere. It consists of seven bright stars that form a shape resembling a ladle or a cart.
- 3. Cygnus is a constellation that represents a swan. Look for its distinctive cross-like shape. It is often referred to as the Northern Cross.
- 4. Draco is a constellation representing a dragon. It winds between Ursa Major and Ursa Minor. Look for its serpentine shape.
- 5. Pegasus is a constellation representing a winged horse. It is associated with Greek mythology and is known for its large square-shaped pattern of stars.
- 8. Lyra is a constellation associated with the lyre, a musical instrument from Greek mythology. It is known for its bright star, Vega, which is one of the brightest in the night sky.