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Orion is among the most prominent constellations in the sky. It is located on the celestial equator and it is visible throughout the world. Click for more.

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'The star Betelgeuse (a red supergiant that appears to be the 9th brightest star in our night sky and second brightest in the orion constellation is at the end of its life, it can explode anytime so we could experience a Supernova nearly...'(EARTH-SPACE)

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the sky is filled with stars and there are two different types of stars in it

With a constellation named after him, Perseus really embodied the old saying "Heroes are remembered, but legends never die". While there are countless stories, statues, and paintings of him and his actions, Perseus' constellation will outlast them all and forever be a part of our lives as part of the sky.

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One of the biggest and brightest stars in the night sky has left astronomers puzzled after it has faded dramatically over the last year. Some have speculated that this is a sign of an impending supernova explosion, but new observations are pointing toward two new theories. Betelgeuse is a red supergiant star located around 700...

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The Ultimate Guide to the #Orion #Constellation. Pure facts, stars map, how to find it on the night sky, which stars are the brightest, more. #astronomy #constellations #orionconstellation

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If you’ve been peeking out the windows at night, or maybe looked up while walking the dog before bedtime or taking out the trash after dinner, perhaps you’ve seen three fairly bright stars in a row. Depending on how early or late you look, you may see them lined up side-by-side above the horizon, or … Continue reading "Astronomy For Kids: Orion – The Star Hunter"

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the night sky is filled with stars and trees, as well as some other objects

Travis Shak ✨ Stargazer on Instagram: "Orion ✨ shining bright over the skies of O'ahu, Hawai'i. Here's a list of the stars that make up the Orion Constellation ⭐ Betelgeuse (Alpha Orionis), the red supergiant shining bright ⭐ Rigel (Beta Orionis), the blue supergiant sparkling like a diamond ⭐ Bellatrix (Gamma Orionis), the blue giant guarding Orion's left shoulder ⭐ Mintaka (Delta Orionis), the triple star system forming the western point of Orion's Belt ⭐ Alnilam (Epsilon Orionis)…

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