How to see the 'Jupiter Triangle'

How to see the 'Jupiter Triangle'

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Physics

9th - 10th Grade

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This video tutorial explains how to observe a celestial isosceles triangle in the night sky, visible from 11:00 PM. The triangle is formed by the star Arcturus, the binary system Spica, and Jupiter, with Jupiter being the brightest point. The triangle's sides measure approximately 38 degrees, with one side being 30 degrees. As the month progresses, the triangle will narrow as Jupiter moves towards Spica. The triangle will be visible until September, and Jupiter will disappear in early November, not reappearing until 2030.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What time does the celestial event become visible in the night sky?

11:00 PM

1:00 AM

12:00 AM

10:00 PM

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which celestial bodies form the isosceles triangle in the night sky?

Spica, Jupiter, and Venus

Arcturus, Spica, and Jupiter

Arcturus, Venus, and Jupiter

Arcturus, Spica, and Mars

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the approximate length of the sides formed by Arcturus and Jupiter?

38 degrees

35 degrees

40 degrees

30 degrees

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the shape of the triangle change throughout the month?

It narrows

It remains the same

It disappears

It becomes wider

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When will Jupiter reappear in this part of the sky after disappearing?

2025

2028

2030

2035