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1 Visible from northern Hemisphere
Constellations Visible from northern Hemisphere

2 Some constellations are visible and identifiable from the northern hemisphere.
What is the northern hemisphere? Are we in the northern hemisphere?

3 Orion Named after a hunter in Greek mythology
Has 7 bright stars making a rough rectangle shape with a 3 star belt Orion is useful in locating other stars

4 Cygnus Cygnus is associated with several Greek swans
One of the most recognizable constellations due to the cross pattern it contains It is shown as a long-necked bird with wings spread wide

5 Cygnus

6 Scorpius A zodiac constellation Name is Latin for scorpion

7 Cassiopeia Named after a queen
Has a distinct M or W shape formed by 5 bright stars

8 Ursa Major The Great Bear Contains the Big Dipper

9 Ursa Major


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