mapping the stars
An instrument that is used to determine a star or planet's location is a(n) . . .
. . . astrolabe.
The apparent location of constellations in the night sky change their locations . . .
. . . from season to season.
The ancient Greek constellation Orion was the same as . . .
. . . the Japanese constellation of a drum.
What are 2 things that people have better understanding of as a result of advances in astronomy?
1: People have a better understanding of a star's location precisely. Also, many astronomers still use many of the names givin to stars centuries ago. 2: How big the universe really is.
How many constellations are there?
88
What is true of all constellations?
Every star (or galaxy) belongs to a constellation
What is true of all constellations?
People in the Northern Hemisphere see different constellations than people in the Southern Hemisphere.
What are three referemce points used to describe a star or planet's position in relation to a person's position?
The three reference points are Zenith, Altitude, and Horizon
How did ancient cultures group the stars in the sky?
They linked the stars together from patterns that represented characters from myths and objects in their lives.
Why do constellations seem to change locations with the seasons?
because the Earth revolves around the sun
What are constellations?
regions of the sky that contain recognizable star patterns
How did people in ancient cultures use the locations and movements of constellations?
to navigate and keep track of time
