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11 Φεβ 2015 · To the Chinese, Canopus was known as the “Star of the Old Man”, and was charted by astronomer Yi Xing in 724 CE. Image of Canopus, as taken by crew members aboard the ISS. Credit: NASA
The images depicted in their constellations are of heroes and beasts who received a place among the stars as tribute for their deeds on Earth. Read on to discover the stories of some of the most famous constellations, as well as some tips for identifying them in the night sky.
8 Μαρ 2022 · From discovering planets to following comets, women all over the world play a crucial role in astronomy. While it's hard to pick the definitive list of women who have contributed to our...
27 Φεβ 2021 · Though women are underrepresented in astronomy, they've made some significant contributions to the field. Tracy Caldwell Dyson, a chemist and NASA astronaut, looks at Earth from the...
22 Φεβ 2022 · Looking at the stars for inspiration to name a girl is a great idea. The names of galaxies, constellations, stars, and moons have deep, beautiful meanings, are inspiring, and just sound very cool. There are many options to choose from when it comes to names for girls inspired by space and astronomy.
5 Ιαν 2022 · The first astronomical female was Urania, the Greek muse of astronomy. She was important in mythology as the daughter of Zeus, whose realm was the sky. Besides this divine heritage, Urania came to be portrayed as making measurements on a globe, symbolizing women doing astronomical science.
Of the 88 confirmed and recognised constellations, only 3 are thought to be female in origin. While there are countless female stars and planets, the number of constellations is much smaller. Yet despite the limited number, the female constellations have deep and fascinating backgrounds, with all 3 thought to originate in Ancient Greece.
