Asterisms and Constellations in Astronomy
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Which constellation is best seen in the night sky during the month of November?

  • Aries (correct)
  • Scorpius
  • Leo
  • Cancer
  • Which constellation occupies the largest area in the sky?

  • Andromeda
  • Taurus (correct)
  • Pegasus
  • Orion
  • During which months are Scorpius, Sagittarius, Cetus, and Eridanus best observed?

  • June, July, August (correct)
  • October, November, December
  • September, October, November
  • March, April, May
  • What does the term 'Aries' mean in Latin?

    <p>The ram</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which constellation is associated with Zeus in Greek mythology?

    <p>Taurus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are stars of Andromeda, Perseus, and Pegasus best seen in the night sky?

    <p>September, October, November</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which star is the brightest in the Taurus constellation?

    <p>Aldebaran</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which season are Orion, Canis Major, Gemini, Taurus, and Eridanus best seen?

    <p><strong>Winter</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Cancer', 'Bootes', and 'Aquarius' are constellations that may be seen during which months?

    <p><strong>March</strong>, <strong>April</strong>, <strong>May</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Taurus' is located in the ______ hemisphere.

    <p><strong>northern</strong></p> Signup and view all the answers

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