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Concept 3 Quiz

Explain the importance of constellations and the equatorial system for locating stars.

This activity contains 8 questions.

Question 1.
Configurations of stars viewed as astrological, mythical, or heroic persons are called


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Question 2.
Another name for the North Star is


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Question 3.
The stars that make up a constellation are all the same distance from Earth.

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Question 4.
Identify each of the indicated components of the astronomical coordinate system by selecting the correct response.

(Astronomical components diagram, Copyright © Prentice Hall, Inc.)

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The letters A through E appear on an image associated with this question.

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Question 5.
The declination of a star is usually expressed in hours.

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Question 6.
Within the celestial sphere the Moon and the Sun have an apparent width of about 15 degrees.

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Question 7.
The celestial sphere can be divided into coordinates as a part of the


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Question 8.
Astrology is the same as Astronomy.

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