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February’s Night Sky Notes: Constant Companions: Circumpolar Constellations, Part I [1]

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Date: 2024-02

Winter in the northern hemisphere offers crisp, clear (and cold!) nights to stargazers, along with better views of several circumpolar constellations. What does circumpolar mean when referring to constellations? This word refers to constellations that surround the north and south celestial poles without ever falling below the horizon. Depending on your latitude, you will be able to see up to nine circumpolar constellations in the northern hemisphere. Today, we’ll focus on three that have gems within: Auriga, Cassiopeia, and Ursa Minor. These objects can all be spotted with a pair of binoculars or a small to medium-sized telescope.

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[1] Url: https://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/skywatching/night-sky-network/feb-night-sky-notes-circumpolar-part-i/

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