Constellations

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What are stars?

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Huge glowing balls of gases made up of mostly hydrogen and helium.

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What is a constellation?

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A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the night sky.

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What is the largest constellation by area?

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Hydra.

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How many named constellations are there?

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88.

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What is a cluster of stars?

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A group of similar stars that are close together.

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How did constellations help ancient people?

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They helped with navigation, keeping track of the calendar, and knowing when to plant and harvest crops.

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Which of the following is NOT a use of constellations?

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Helped provide heat during the winter months.

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What are the two main gases that make up stars?

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Hydrogen and helium.

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What is the significance of Ursa Major?

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It is one of the most well-known constellations, often used for navigation.

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What is the difference between a star and a planet?

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Stars are luminous celestial bodies that produce their own light, while planets do not produce light and orbit stars.