Constellations
Japanese Name
せいざ
seiza
Description
- Constellations are groups of stars that form patterns in the night sky.
- People imagine shapes such as animals, people, and objects from them.
- Each constellation has its own name and story.
- They are used to help locate stars and planets.
- Some constellations can only be seen in certain seasons.
- The Big Dipper and Orion are very famous examples.
- Constellations do not change shape, but their position changes by season.
- They make stargazing more interesting and enjoyable.
History
- People have observed constellations for thousands of years.
- Ancient civilizations used them for navigation and farming.
- The ancient Greeks created many famous constellation stories.
- They connected constellations with gods and heroes.
- Chinese astronomy also had its own unique star systems.
- Sailors once used stars to travel across the oceans.
- In modern times, 88 official constellations are recognized worldwide.
- Today, constellations are studied in both science and culture.
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