Astronomy Concepts and Constellations

Astronomy Concepts and Constellations

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Science

5th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS1-2

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How can you identify Orion the Hunter in the night sky?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many different constellations are recognized by astronomers?

Back

88

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which constellation contains the 'big dipper'?

Back

Ursa Major.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How are constellations usually named?

Back

After mythological characters, people, animals, and objects.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does Orion represent?

Back

Hunter.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a constellation?

Back

A group of stars forming a recognizable pattern.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the North Star also known as?

Back

Polaris.

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