Stellar patterns

Star patterns that forms mythological characters and creatures.

It refers to a prominent pattern or group of stars that is not a constellation but can be part of a constellation.

5 constellations that are visible in most locations in the north of the equator throughout the year

The first record of hums observing constellations was believed to be around more than 17 000 years ago and was traced in the cave walls at ___________, __________.

3 constellations that are visible year-round in the southern hemisphere

It is used to show the apparent positions of the stars as seen on Earth.

The positions of most stars move by almost 1 degrees every 12 hours. True or False?

Also known as the Great bear; found in the northern skies.

Also known as the Hunter

Brightest star of Orion

Named after the king of Ethiopia.

Brightest star of Cepheus.

Also known as the Lion.

Also known as the Big Dog; one of Orion’s hunting dogs.

Named after the Princess of Ethiopia.

Canis Major contains the brightest star in the night sky, __________.

Named after the Queen of Ethiopia

Cassiopeia is the ___ largest constellation in the night sky.

Constellations that can be observed in the skies year-round

It is an instrument used to observe distant objects such as planets and stars.

It is an integrated circuit that stores and displays images.

Also known as spherical astrolabe or armilla, it is an early device used to represent the great circles of heavens.

It is a telescope that is placed outside Earth that is used to get a clearer view of the planets, stars, and other celestial objects being observed.

Ancient travelers made use of the __________________, also known as _________, to guide their way.