Constellations

Define Constellation:

• A mathematical equation used in physics
• A type of flower found in gardens
• A group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the sky.
• A species of fish in the ocean
• A type of cloud formation in the sky

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

Where did the constellation names originate from?

• Fictional books
• Internet forums
• Extraterrestrial beings
• Ancient civilizations
• Modern scientists

What are constellations named after?

• Mythological figures, animals, and objects
• Popular TV shows
• Planets in the solar system
• Types of flowers
• Famous landmarks

Why do we still use constellations today?

• Constellations are used for growing crops
• Constellations are used for cooking recipes
• Constellations are used for fixing plumbing issues
• Constellations are used for predicting the weather
• Constellations are still used today for navigation, timekeeping, and cultural purposes.

In which constellation can the Crab Nebula be found:

• Leo
• Gemini
• Virgo
• Taurus
• Sagittarius

In which constellation can Horsehead Nebula be found:

• Taurus
• Leo
• Ursa Major
• Gemini
• Orion

Describe the relationship between the Greek alphabet and star brightness's in constellations:

Answer explanation

The brightest star in a constellation is typically designated with the Greek letter α (alpha), followed by β (beta) for the second brightest, γ (gamma) for the third brightest, and so on.

Which star is brighter:

• Alpha Centauri

• Beta Centauri

• Gamma Centauri

• Delta Centauri

• Epsilon Centauri

Which star is dimmest:

• Alpha Centauri

• Beta Centauri

• Gamma Centauri

• Delta Centauri

• Epsilon Centauri

The two (2) brightest stars in the constellation Orion:

• Sirius
• Rigel
• Betelgeuse
• Aldebaran
• Procyon