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  2. There are 88 constellations officially recognized by the International Astronomical Union (IAU). 36 modern constellations predominantly lie in the northern sky, while 52 are found in the southern celestial hemisphere. Most constellations (more than 40) represent animals.

  3. Apr 22, 2024 · The Short Answer: There are a few different definitions of constellations, but many people think of constellations as a group of stars. The constellations you can see at night depend on your location on Earth and the time of year. Constellations were named after objects, animals, and people long ago.

  4. Fifty of the modern 88 constellations are based on the 48 Greek constellations listed by Ptolemy. They include some of the best-known constellations in the sky: Orion, Ursa Major, Ursa Minor, Lyra, Cassiopeia, Perseus, Pegasus, Auriga, Hercules, Draco, and the constellations of the zodiac.

  5. 4 days ago · Constellation Guide: Facts, Myths and Stories about the 88 Constellations, Brightest Stars, Asterisms, and Deep Sky Objects.

  6. Nov 14, 2019 · A constellation is a name given to a group of stars in the sky that make up a certain pattern. Sometimes this pattern is imaginary. When the sky is clear these stars can be seen from Earth without the use of a telescope. There are 88 named constellations, and they take many forms, including mythological creatures, animals, people and objects.

  7. Nov 16, 2023 · Constellations can help you sort the twinkling dots scattered across the night sky. Connect the stars to see what deep-sky wonders emerge. By Glenn Chaple | Published: November 16, 2023.

  8. Each constellation has unique features that make it worth exploring, whether it's the stunning star clusters of Taurus, the beautiful Andromeda galaxy, or the intriguing radio sources in Cygnus. The 88 constellations include 12 zodiac constellations, which lie along the Sun's apparent path in the sky - the ecliptic.

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