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What part of the sky is Perseus in?
northern sky
Perseus constellation lies in the northern sky, next to Andromeda. It was named after the hero Perseus in Greek mythology. Perseus is one of the larger northern constellations.
Where can Perseus be found?
Perseus is the 24th largest constellation and is visible from latitudes 90 degrees north to 35 degrees south.
Where is Perseus in relation to the North star?
To locate Perseus, look to the north, where Cassiopeia forms a bright “W” or “M” (depending on its orientation). If Cassiopeia resembles a “W,” Perseus will be the group of stars below the left part of the zig-zag. If Cassiopeia resembles an “M,” Perseus will be the group of stars below the right part of the zig-zag.
What season is Perseus visible in?
The constellation Perseus, the hero, can be seen in late summer and autumn in the northern hemisphere. It is visible at latitudes between 90 degrees and -35 degrees. Perseus is a mid-sized constellation with a total area of 615 square degrees. This makes it the 24th largest constellation in the night sky.
How do I see Perseus?
The legs of Perseus are pointing southward and are the forked part of the wishbone and the body and head are the straight line leading up northward. It is easy to find Perseus by either looking southward from Cassiopeia or just to the left of Taurus the Bull.
What is the brightest star in Perseus?
Mirfak
Perseus is the 24th largest constellation in the sky. Its brightest star is Mirfak (“elbow” in Arabic), but its most famous star is Algol, better known as the Demon Star.
What is Perseus brightest star?
Perseus is the 24th largest constellation in the sky. Its brightest star is Mirfak (“elbow” in Arabic), but its most famous star is Algol, better known as the Demon Star.
Where is Perseus from the Big Dipper?
Is Perseus Constellation Near the Big Dipper? The constellation of Perseus is in the first quadrant of the northern hemisphere, and the Big Dipper is in the second quadrant of the northern hemisphere. The Big Dipper is an asterism and is part of the Great Bear (Ursa Major).