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 can you identify Orion the Hunter in the night sky?

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Look for three stars on a slight curved line forming Orion's belt.

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What can farmers determine by observing certain constellations?

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Farmers can determine the coming of spring.

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What causes us to see different constellations during different seasons?

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The Earth's orbit around the Sun.

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How many constellations are currently identified by the International Astronomical Union?

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88.

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What determines the portions of the sky we can see from different locations on Earth?

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Our location on Earth.

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What is the significance of Orion's belt?

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Orion's belt is a key feature that helps identify the constellation Orion.

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Why do we see different stars at different times of the year?

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Because the Earth moves in its orbit around the Sun, changing our view of the stars.

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What is the North Star also known as?

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Polaris.

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Can constellations change over time?

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Yes, constellations can change due to the movement of stars over long periods.