Constellations
Chapter Name : Stars And The Solar System |
Sub Topic Code : 101_08_17_03_01 |
Topic Name : Constellations |
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Sub Topic Name : Constellations |
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Introduction
Stars usually form groups in the sky, these groups are of certain shapes.
Pre-Requisites:
basic Knowledge about stars.
Activity:
Go to the roof of your house at the proper time and observe the group of stars forming a shape.
Real Life Question:
"Why we call a group of stars saptarishi"?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| constellation | Group of stars in the sky which forms a particular shape |
| Ursa Major | A type of constellation seen in the early nights of summer. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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Real life uses :
In calculating the horoscope of the humans.
Places to visit :
Roof of your house and planetarium.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| orion | A type of constellation |
| Casseopia | A type of constellation |
What you learn in Theory:
Stars in the sky form special groups of a particular shape.
What you learn in Practice:
Stars in the sky form special groups of a particular shape.