Constellations

A constellations is a group of visible stars that form a _________________ when viewed from Earth.

The stars we see in each constellation appear to be close to each other in the but actually may be great distances apart in space.

• True

• False

The stars we see in each constellation appear to be close to each other in the but actually may be great distances apart in space.

• True

• False

Which describes constellations correctly?

• Constellations change constantly.

• An astrologer studies constellations.

• The stars in a constellation are different from one another.

• The stars in a constellation are very close together.

T or F: You can only see stars at night.

• True

• False

What is the name of the tool scientists use to study space? (Fill in the blank)

Is the sun especially large?

• Yes, it is the largest star.

• No, it is an average sized star.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

Why do stars appear to move?

• The Earth is rotating.

• It is an optical illusion.

• Stars have their individual orbits.

• Due to light pollution.

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NGSS.1-ESS1-1

Why do we see certain constellations at different times of the year?

• Earth's rotation.

• Constellations have orbit.

• The sun blocks some of them from view.

• Sunlight makes only some visible.

What are patterns in the night sky called?

• planets

• galaxies

• constellations

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NGSS.1-ESS1-1