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Constellation
Constellations
9.2
Constellations
Constellations
are
clusters of stars
that appear to
form a specific pattern
in the night sky.
Not all constellations can be seen from all locations on Earth.
Some constellations can be seen in the northern hemisphere, some in the southern hemisphere, and some can be seen between the northern hemisphere and the southern hemisphere.
Constellations
Features
Big Dipper/Ursa Major
Resembles a dipper/spoon
Formed from a cluster of seven stars
Can be seen in the northern hemisphere
Indicates the north
Orion
Form a pattern like a hunter wearing a belt and holding a weapon
Indicates the north
Can be seen in the northern hemisphere & southern hemisphere
Crux
The smallest constellation
Consists of a cluster of four stars
Form a kite/crucifix pattern
Indicates the south
Can be seen in the southern hemisphere
Scorpio
Consists of star clusters that form a scorpion-like pattern
Can be seen in the southern hemisphere
Uses of constellations
Sailors and travelers use constellations
to show directions.
Farmers use constellations to
mark the arrival of the planting and harvesting seasons.
Astronomers use constellations
to study stars.
Constellations
9.2
Constellations
Constellations
are
clusters of stars
that appear to
form a specific pattern
in the night sky.
Not all constellations can be seen from all locations on Earth.
Some constellations can be seen in the northern hemisphere, some in the southern hemisphere, and some can be seen between the northern hemisphere and the southern hemisphere.
Constellations
Features
Big Dipper/Ursa Major
Resembles a dipper/spoon
Formed from a cluster of seven stars
Can be seen in the northern hemisphere
Indicates the north
Orion
Form a pattern like a hunter wearing a belt and holding a weapon
Indicates the north
Can be seen in the northern hemisphere & southern hemisphere
Crux
The smallest constellation
Consists of a cluster of four stars
Form a kite/crucifix pattern
Indicates the south
Can be seen in the southern hemisphere
Scorpio
Consists of star clusters that form a scorpion-like pattern
Can be seen in the southern hemisphere
Uses of constellations
Sailors and travelers use constellations
to show directions.
Farmers use constellations to
mark the arrival of the planting and harvesting seasons.
Astronomers use constellations
to study stars.
Chapter : Phases of the Moon and Constellation
Topic : Constellation
Year 5
Science
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