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Questions and Answers
- 1.
What is the best month of the year to see Ursa Major?
- A.
May
- B.
June
- C.
October
- D.
July
Correct Answer
B. JuneExplanation
June is the best month of the year to see Ursa Major because during this time, the constellation is at its highest point in the night sky. Ursa Major, also known as the Big Dipper, is a prominent constellation that is visible in the northern hemisphere. In June, it is most visible in the evening, reaching its highest point around midnight. This makes it easier to spot and observe the constellation during this month compared to other months of the year.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the best month of the year to see Ursa Minor?
- A.
August
- B.
November
- C.
April
- D.
September
Correct Answer
C. AprilExplanation
April is the best month of the year to see Ursa Minor because during this time, the constellation is at its highest point in the sky during the night. This means that it is easier to spot and observe Ursa Minor in April compared to other months. Additionally, April is a time when the weather is generally more favorable for stargazing, with clearer skies and less light pollution.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What is the best time of year to see these constellations?
- A.
Winter
- B.
Summer
- C.
Fall
- D.
Spring
- E.
It is circumpolar
Correct Answer
E. It is circumpolarExplanation
The correct answer is "It is circumpolar". This means that the constellations can be seen all year round, regardless of the season. Circumpolar constellations are located near the celestial pole and never set below the horizon. Therefore, they are visible throughout the year, making any time of year the best time to see them.Rate this question:
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- 4.
In Greek mythology, Ursa Major and Minor were people that were turned into which animal?
- A.
Duck
- B.
Bear
- C.
Seahorse
- D.
Octapus
- E.
Deer
Correct Answer
B. BearExplanation
Ursa Major and Minor are constellations in Greek mythology, commonly known as the Big and Little Bear. According to the myth, they were once people who were transformed into bears by the gods. Therefore, the correct answer is Bear.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In the middle of the Big DIppers handle there is a double star, they are named..?
- A.
Mizar and Alcor
- B.
Merak and Phad
- C.
Dumb and Dumber
- D.
Alked and Megree
Correct Answer
A. Mizar and AlcorExplanation
Mizar and Alcor are the correct names for the double star in the middle of the Big Dipper's handle. These two stars are visible to the naked eye and have been known since ancient times. Mizar is the brighter of the two and Alcor is a fainter companion star. They are often used as a test of visual acuity and have been used as a benchmark for measuring eyesight.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What family are the dippers in?
- A.
Bayer Group
- B.
Perseus Family
- C.
Zodical Family
- D.
Ursa Major Family
Correct Answer
D. Ursa Major FamilyExplanation
The dippers are in the Ursa Major Family. Ursa Major is a constellation in the northern sky and contains the well-known asterism known as the Big Dipper or the Plough. The Ursa Major Family refers to the group of stars that are part of this constellation.Rate this question:
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