Constellations
By: Tessa Wierichs
What are they?
Constellations are named pattered, stars. Mostly named after people, animals, or other objects.
Examples
- Leo: "Lion"
- Apus: "Bird of Paradise"
- Cancer: "Crab"
- Zodiac: "Queen" (Perseus' mother)
Dark Cloud constellations
- These are constellations seen from southern hemisphere, and not northern.
- Only show when the Milky Way's central region is at its darkest.
History
- Originally from ancient stories.
- Greek, Latin, and Roman names (mostly)
- 88 in all
- There are 48 brightest
Sources
"Student Discovery Science Enyclopedia." Constellations. World Book, 2011. 132. Print.
Kaler, Jim. "THE CONSTELLATIONS." The Constellations. Web. 1 Sept. 2011. <stars.astro.illinois.edu>.
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