Constellations

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What is a constellation?

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

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How many stars are in our solar system?

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1 (the Sun)

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What type of star is our Sun?

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The Sun is a medium yellow star.

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What is the Sun responsible for?

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The Sun is responsible for life on Earth.

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What color are the hottest stars?

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Blue stars are the brightest and hottest.

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Why do stars have different colors?

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Stars are different colors because they vary in temperature and size.

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What is the closest star to Earth?

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The closest star to Earth is Proxima Centauri.

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What is a shooting star?

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A shooting star is a meteor that burns up upon entering Earth's atmosphere.

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What are the two main types of stars?

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The two main types of stars are main sequence stars and giant stars.

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What is a galaxy?

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A galaxy is a massive system that contains stars, star clusters, dust, gas, and dark matter.