Constellations

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A group of stars that form a pattern

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There are a total 88 constellations in the sky but many of them are visible from only the southern hemisphere

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a well-known cross-shaped southern

hemisphere constellation.

the smallest of the 88 modern constellations

Shows the south pole

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a group of seven bright stars

Forms pattern of a handle and a bowl

Shows the North pole

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Actually the tail section of the Ursa Major

The Great Bear, which is a very large constellation that outlines the shape of

a bear

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Big Dipper and Southern Cross

can be seen between April and June

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Contain many bright stars

A large constellation located in the southern hemispehere

Can be seen clearly with its head, long body

tail and stinger between June and August

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Is also known as ‘The Hunter’

Can be seen clearly as a hunter with a belt and sword between December and February

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Show directions

Indicate the time to plant crops

Indicate the time to harvest crops