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Constellations can be a useful way to help identify positions of stars in the sky. Constellations have imaginary boundaries formed by "connecting the dots" and all the stars within those …

Nov 14, 2019 · A constellation is a name given to a group of stars in the sky that make up a certain pattern. Click for even more interesting facts and information.

Sep 10, 2020 · A constellation is an area on the celestial sphere in which a group of visible stars forms a perceived outline or pattern. Click for more facts.

Jul 14, 2020 · Crux is a constellation centered on four stars in the southern sky, in a bright portion of the Milky Way. It is among the most easily distinguishable constellations since its asterism …

Jul 14, 2020 · Orion is among the most prominent constellations in the sky. It is located on the celestial equator and it is visible throughout the world. Click for more.

The Big Dipper is one of the largest and most recognizable asterisms in the night sky. Keep reading for more facts perfect for kids.

Jul 14, 2020 · Cassiopeia is among the 48 constellations first listed by the Greek astronomer Ptolemy, in the 2nd century CE. Keep reading for even more interesting facts.

Jul 14, 2020 · Ursa Major was in antiquity, among the 48 Greek constellations listed by Ptolemy in the 2nd century AD. Click for even more interesting facts.

The Orion constellation's most essential stars are Alnilam, Mintaka, and Alnitak, which shape Orion's Belts. Click for kids facts.