5.ESS1.6 Stars and Constellations

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What is a cluster of stars in the sky that have been grouped together in a pattern called?

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A constellation.

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True or False: The positions of constellations and planets are always the same throughout the year.

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False.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

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What tool can be used to identify which constellations are visible in the night sky?

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A planisphere.

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What happens to stars that are further away in terms of their appearance?

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They appear smaller and dimmer.

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True or False: Constellations are arrangements of stars in the sky.

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True.

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What is the definition of a constellation?

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A constellation is a group of stars that forms a recognizable pattern in the night sky.

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How do the positions of stars change throughout the year?

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The positions of stars change due to the relative motion of the Earth around the Sun.

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What is the significance of a planisphere in astronomy?

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A planisphere is a rotating star chart that helps users identify visible stars and constellations at a specific time and location.

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What is the relationship between distance and brightness of stars?

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Stars that are farther away appear dimmer than those that are closer.

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What are the two main types of celestial objects that constellations are made up of?

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Stars and sometimes planets.