Constellations

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What is a constellation?

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A constellation is a group of stars that form a recognizable pattern in the night sky.

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Name one example of a constellation.

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The Big Dipper is an example of a constellation.

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What is the significance of the constellation Cancer?

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Cancer is one of the twelve zodiac constellations and is associated with the astrological sign of the crab.

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What does the constellation Virgo represent?

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Virgo represents a maiden and is also one of the twelve zodiac constellations.

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In which direction do stars like the sun appear to rise?

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Stars like the sun appear to rise in the East.

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In which direction do stars like the sun appear to set?

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Stars like the sun appear to set in the West.

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What causes stars to appear to move across the sky?

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Stars appear to move across the sky due to Earth's rotation on its axis.

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What is the name of the group of stars that includes the North Star?

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The group of stars that includes the North Star is called Ursa Minor.

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What is the North Star also known as?

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The North Star is also known as Polaris.

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How many zodiac constellations are there?

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There are twelve zodiac constellations.