Stargazing and Observing Stars
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What is the North star also known as?

  • Saptarishi
  • Pole Star (correct)
  • Ursa Major
  • Big Bear
  • What celestial bodies are lit by the light of stars and do not have their own heat and light?

  • Comets
  • Moons
  • Planets (correct)
  • Asteroids
  • What does the word 'planet' originate from?

  • Greek word 'Planetai' meaning 'wanderers' (correct)
  • Latin word 'Planus' meaning 'flat'
  • Sanskrit word 'Planu' meaning 'round'
  • Arabic word 'Planitarium' meaning 'celestial objects'
  • What pattern formed by stars is known as a constellation?

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

    How can one locate the position of the Pole Star with the help of the Saptarishi?

    <p>By following a line drawn between the pointer stars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which celestial body is a companion of our earth and moves around it?

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

    Why can't we see the moon and bright objects in the night sky during the day?

    <p>The bright light of the sun obscures them from view.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes celestial bodies that are very big and hot, made up of gases, and emit their own heat and light?

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

    What is a New moon night also known as?

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

    What distinguishes some celestial bodies from others in terms of their twinkling appearance in the night sky?

    <p>Their composition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When can you see the full moon?

    <p>Once in about a month's time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which celestial body is described as a star in the text?

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

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