What are constellations?
Constellations

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1.
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Constellations are groups of visible stars that form a pattern when viewed from Earth.
2.
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Why are constellations only visible during certain seasons?
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Constellations may be only visible during certain seasons due to the Earth’s orbit around the sun.
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What is a revolution in astronomy?
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A revolution is one completed cycle of an object around another object.
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What is the name of the constellation that resembles a scorpion?
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Scorpius.
5.
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What is the name of the constellation that resembles a lion?
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Leo.
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How many main types of constellations are there?
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There are 88 officially recognized constellations.
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What is the difference between a constellation and an asterism?
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A constellation is a recognized group of stars, while an asterism is a smaller, unofficial grouping of stars within a constellation.
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