Question
Download Solution PDFWhich one of the following is not a constellation?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Vesta.
Key Points
- A constellation is an area on the celestial sphere in which a group of visible stars forms a perceived outline or pattern, typically representing an animal, mythological person or creature, or an inanimate object.
- Vesta is one of the largest objects in the asteroid belt, with a mean diameter of 525 kilometres (326 mi).
- It was discovered by the German astronomer Heinrich Wilhelm Matthias Olbers on 29 March 1807.
- It is named after Vesta, the virgin goddess of home and hearth from Roman mythology.
Additional Information
Some important constellation which can be visible through naked eyes:
- Aquarius
- Aquila
- Canis Major
- Cassiopeia
- Cygnus
- Leo
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