If you look at the night sky, it is possible to distinguish between groups that constitute the brightest stars.For centuries, people looking at the sky, gave them names.Constellations, and it is this name was given to all groups of stars, there are about 88. Many of them got their names in the days of ancient Greece.In addition, the names of some constellations invented Arabic and Chinese scientists.
likely names of the constellations are necessary in order to be able to locate in the sky a star.Probably many the feeling that the stars are to each other very closely.But this is not true.In fact, apart they are separated just great distances.Scientists from around the world after a long dispute came to a unanimous decision of the problem of determining the boundaries that divide among themselves all the constellations.The names, in their opinion, should be written in Latin.In the old days, astronomers chose as the name of the star names of animals.For example, there are a constellation called "The Lion", "The Swan", etc.In addition, some of the names of the constellations were due to the mythological hero.For example, "Perseus" and "Andromeda".Not long ago, some groups of stars were given the name "octant" and "The Hours."
At different times of the year some constellations begin to shine brighter and the other does become invisible.Moreover, some groups of stars can be seen only in certain areas of the world.For example, the largest number of constellations can see the population of the northern hemisphere.
One particularly bright clusters is considered to Orion or, as some call it, the Hunter.In this group, you can see the three brightest stars, which are arranged in a row forming Orion's belt.Near it is possible to see several groups of stars.We are talking about the constellations Taurus and Gemini.Furthermore, in summer evenings it is possible to see the Southern Cross and Centaurus.
Due to the fact that it is impossible to see the stars during the day because of the bright sunlight, and you can not look at the motion of the sun.And it passes through some of the constellation.During the year the Sun moves through the inner belt of groups of stars.The common name of the constellations of the inner belt - Zodiac.In ancient Greece, it was decided to divide it into twelve specific components that have equal size.Later they became known as the zodiac signs.
Any such mark corresponds to a certain constellation.This is so despite the fact that the size they are not equal to each other.With these signs astrologers from all over the world are trying to determine the fate and character of a particular person.And some in this seeking some success.Astrological predictions used and enjoyed wide popularity in every country.
Although the names of the constellations began to appear for a long time, but now not all the groups of stars to the end studied and found.One can only wish success astronomers searching for new celestial bodies and, therefore, it is necessary to wait for the new knowledge that for many hundreds of years do not leave people indifferent.
